Air Fryer Sugar Cookies (Easy Recipe)
Air fryer sugar cookies are the perfect quick treat—soft centers, lightly crisp edges, and no need to heat up the whole oven. This recipe is simple, family-friendly, and great for baking with kids.
What You’ll Need
Air fryer
Parchment liner (or perforated parchment)
Mixing bowl
Measuring cups/spoons
Cookie scoop or spoon
Ingredients
1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, softened
1/2 cup granulated sugar (plus extra for rolling)
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp salt
Optional add-ins: sprinkles, lemon zest, or a pinch of cinnamon.
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Step-by-Step Instructions
In a bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar until smooth.
Mix in the egg and vanilla.
Add flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir just until a dough forms (don’t overmix).
Scoop 1–1½ tbsp dough and roll into balls. Roll each ball in a little sugar.
Preheat air fryer to 320°F for 3 minutes.
Line the basket with parchment. Place dough balls 2 inches apart (cook in batches).
Air fry 6–8 minutes at 320°F until edges are set and tops look matte.
Let cookies rest in the basket 3–5 minutes to finish setting, then move to a rack to cool.
How to Know They’re Done
Air fryer cookies can look slightly underbaked in the center when they’re ready. If the edges are set and the tops look dry (not shiny), they’re done—carryover heat will finish the middle.
Easy Icing (Optional)
Mix 1 cup powdered sugar + 1–2 tbsp milk + 1/2 tsp vanilla.
Dip or drizzle over cooled cookies.
Add sprinkles before icing sets.
Storage
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container for up to 4 days. You can also freeze dough balls and air fry from frozen—just add 1–2 minutes.
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