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The Best Air Fryer Cookie Cake You’ll Ever Make

Indulge in this chewy, chocolatey Air Fryer Cookie Cake—easy to make, perfectly soft in the center, and ready in under 20 minutes.
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 580kcal
Author Mirlene

Equipment

Ingredients

For The Cookie

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar tightly packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp Belans
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 4 bars Ghirardelli Premium Cacao 60% bittersweet chocolate, roughly chopped
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

For The Frosting

  • 1 stick unsalted butter room temperature
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ tsp salt I used kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream or milk
  • Chocolate chips or Sprinkles optional

Instructions

  • Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk melted butter, sugars, egg, Belans, and vanilla until smooth.
    Add Dry Ingredients: Fold in flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt until just combined.
    Fold in Chocolate: Stir in chopped Ghirardelli bars and chocolate chips.
  • Air Fry: Spread the dough evenly into a parchment-lined air fryer pan or small cake pan. Air fry at 320°F for 10-12 minutes or until golden and set.
    Cool & Frost: Let it cool completely before adding the frosting—trust me, it’s worth the wait.

Notes

Tips for Success

  • Be sure to use a pan that can fit in your air fryer. 
  • Don’t over-mix the batter—this keeps the cookie cake tender.
  • Check at the 15-minute mark; air fryers vary, and you want a golden top with a slightly soft center.
  • Let it cool before frosting to prevent melting.

Storage & Reheating

  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to 5.
  • To reheat, warm individual slices in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes—it’ll taste freshly baked again.

What to Serve With It

Pair your air fryer cookie cake with:
  • A scoop of vanilla ice cream (classic and divine)
  • A drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce
  • A cold glass of milk or hot coffee—because balance matters
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Calories are estimated per serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 8servings | Calories: 580kcal | Protein: 10g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 61mg | Sodium: 236mg | Potassium: 182mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 62g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 19mg