Save to Pinterest Buttery, soft cookie cups with a molten, gooey center—quickly baked to perfection in your air fryer. A decadent treat for any occasion.
I first made these cookie cups when I wanted a fast but indulgent dessert that everyone would enjoy.
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour 1/4 tsp baking soda 1/4 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup (115 g) unsalted butter melted 1/2 cup (100 g) light brown sugar packed 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar 1 large egg 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Mix-ins: 1/2 cup (90 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips 6 squares (about 30 g) milk or dark chocolate (for gooey center)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- In a medium bowl whisk together flour baking soda and salt.
- Step 2:
- In a separate bowl stir together melted butter brown sugar and granulated sugar until smooth.
- Step 3:
- Add egg and vanilla extract to the wet mixture mix until fully combined.
- Step 4:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients mixing until just incorporated.
- Step 5:
- Fold in the chocolate chips.
- Step 6:
- Lightly grease or line six silicone muffin cups.
- Step 7:
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of dough into each cup pressing gently to cover the bottom.
- Step 8:
- Place a square of chocolate in the center of each cup then top with another tablespoon of dough sealing in the chocolate.
- Step 9:
- Preheat air fryer to 320°F (160°C) for 3 minutes.
- Step 10:
- Place muffin cups in the air fryer basket ensuring they do not touch (work in batches if necessary).
- Step 11:
- Air fry for 7&8 minutes until the tops are golden but centers are still soft.
- Step 12:
- Let cool in cups for 5 minutes before serving warm for maximum gooeyness.
Save to Pinterest These cookie cups always bring my family together for a warm treat and sweet moments.
Notes
For extra indulgence serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Required Tools
Mixing bowls whisk and spoon silicone muffin cups or ramekins (safe for air fryer) air fryer
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) egg milk (dairy) soy (in some chocolate chips) Always check ingredient labels for hidden allergens.
Save to Pinterest Enjoy these gooey cookie cups fresh for the best flavor and texture every time.
Common Recipe Questions
- → What type of chocolate works best for the gooey center?
Semi-sweet chocolate squares or milk chocolate work well to create a smooth, molten center inside the soft cookie cups.
- → Can I use regular muffin tins instead of silicone cups?
Silicone muffin cups are preferred for easy removal and even cooking, but greased metal tins can also be used with careful handling.
- → How do I prevent overbaking and keep the centers gooey?
Monitor the air fryer closely and bake just until the tops turn golden but the centers remain soft, typically 7–8 minutes.
- → Is it possible to swap chocolate chips for other mix-ins?
Yes, peanut butter or caramel chips can be used instead to create different flavors while maintaining a gooey center.
- → What is the best way to serve these soft cookie cups?
They are delicious warm, directly from the air fryer, and pair wonderfully with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for extra indulgence.