Air Fryer Sugar Cookies
Delightful cookies that perfectly balance sweetness with a soft texture, made conveniently in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Cookie Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Must be softened to room temperature.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour Can substitute with a gluten-free blend.
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preparation
- Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes.
- Crack in the egg and add the vanilla extract. Mix well until well incorporated.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently with a spatula until you achieve a soft dough.
Baking
- Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
- Scoop out portions of dough, roll them into small balls and press them slightly for flatter cookies.
- Arrange the dough balls in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them.
- Air fry the cookies for about 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Carefully remove the cookies and let them cool on a wire rack.
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Notes
To store, place cookies in an airtight container, with wax paper between layers. For longer storage, freeze them individually wrapped.