“As a trained chef, I keep my air fryer on the counter at all times.”
— Chef Lizzy Briskin
At Simply Kitchens, we believe that air fryers are one of the best tools you can have in your kitchen. They make cooking faster, healthier and more fun, of course desserts are no exception! From gooey cookies to crispy pastries, you can satisfy your sweet tooth with minimal effort. Here are three irresistible air fryer dessert recipes that we at Simply Kitchens think you’ll love.
1. Air Fryer Churros
Churros are a classic dessert and the air fryer gives you that crispy, sugary goodness without deep-frying. Pair them with chocolate or caramel sauce for the ultimate treat!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup water
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- Cooking spray
Topping:
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions:
- In a saucepan, bring water, butter, sugar and salt to a boil. Reduce heat and stir in flour until a dough forms.
- Let the dough cool slightly, then mix in eggs one at a time until smooth.
- Transfer the dough to a piping bag with a star tip.
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and line the basket with parchment paper.
- Pipe churro shapes onto the parchment paper and spray lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.
- Toss the churros in a mixture of sugar and cinnamon. Serve warm with chocolate or caramel sauce.
2. Air Fryer Chocolate Chip Cookies
Yes, you can make cookies in an air fryer! These cookies are soft, gooey and ready in a flash. At Simply Kitchens, we love how the air fryer simplifies baking without sacrificing flavour.
Ingredients:
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup chocolate chips
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and line the basket with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar and granulated sugar until fluffy.
- Mix in the egg and vanilla extract.
- Add flour, baking soda and salt, mixing until just combined. Fold in chocolate chips.
- Scoop small balls of dough and place them in the air fryer basket, leaving space for spreading.
- Cook for 6-8 minutes until the edges are golden. Let cool slightly before enjoying.
3. Air Fryer Berry Turnovers
Simply Kitchens loves how versatile air fryers are and these berry turnovers are a perfect example. Flaky, fruity and delicious, they’re an easy dessert to impress your guests or treat yourself.
Ingredients:
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 cup mixed berries (strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp corn-starch
- 1 egg, beaten
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 360°F (180°C).
- In a bowl, mix berries, sugar and corn-starch.
- Cut the puff pastry into squares and place a spoonful of the berry mixture in the centre of each.
- Fold the pastry over to form triangles and seal the edges with a fork.
- Brush the tops with beaten egg and place in the air fryer basket.
- Cook for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and flaky.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Dust with powdered sugar for an extra touch.
With these air fryer dessert recipes, you’ll never run out of ways to satisfy your sweet cravings. Try them today and see why we’re such big fans! Why not try your favourite air fryer recipes in your dream kitchen? Simply get in touch with our specialist team who can begin making your kitchen dreams a reality.