Air Fryer Chocolate Cupcakes with Gooey Center
Indulge in these decadent air fryer chocolate cupcakes with a surprise molten chocolate center. Ready in under 20 minutes, they are perfectly moist, rich, and ideal for a quick, impressive dessert.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 4 pieces small chocolate squares or chocolate chips for the gooey center
Notes
Storage: Store cooled cupcakes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 300°F for 1-2 minutes to restore the gooey center. Make-Ahead: Prepare the batter up to 1 day in advance and store covered in the refrigerator; bring to room temperature before baking. Variations: Add a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate flavor, or top with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving. Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgent dessert.