Cookies in an air fryer
Oven: 175 °C for 12 minutes. Air fryer: about 160 °C for 10 minutes. Use parchment and check early, since air fryers brown faster.
Oven recipe to air fryer
The usual rule: lower the temperature by about 15 °C (25 °F) and cut the time by about 20%. Air fryers differ, so treat the result as a starting point.
About cooking cookies in an air fryer
Air fryers brown cookies quickly, so small batches and early checks matter.
Preparation
Use parchment cut to fit, and scoop small balls with space between them.
Tips for cookies
- Chill the dough first to limit spreading.
- Check a few minutes early.
- Cool on the tray for 2 minutes before moving them.
How to tell it is done
Edges set with centres still slightly soft. These times are typical starting points, so check early the first time.
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How long do I cook cookies in an air fryer?
A recipe that uses 175 °C for 12 minutes in the oven usually takes about 10 minutes at 160 °C in an air fryer.
What temperature is best for cookies?
Start at about 160 °C (320 °F) and adjust to your machine.
Is this exact?
No. These are typical starting points. Check a few minutes early and follow any package instructions.