Source: Chandlervid85, AdobeStockSmall, individual baked goods are always convenient, practical, and simply beautiful. Muffins in an air fryer are quick and easy to make, perfect for treating yourself and your family. They turn out soft and airy, and you can add berries, nuts, or chocolate to the batter. Check out 12 great recipes in our selection!
1. Cottage Cheese Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThe delicate cottage cheese texture makes these baked goods airy, yet quite satisfying.
You will need: 250 g cottage cheese (5-9% fat), 120 g butter, 2 eggs, 1/2 cup sugar, 180 g flour, 1 tbsp vanilla sugar, 1 tsp baking powder.
Instructions: Blend the cottage cheese, and whisk the eggs with both types of sugar. Combine both mixtures and whisk again. Pour in the melted butter, then add the flour with baking powder. Mix well and divide the batter into muffin molds. Bake the muffins for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
2. Chocolate Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockBright and with a rich chocolate flavor – truly delicious!
You will need: 100 g butter, 1 egg, 120 ml orange juice, 200 g sugar, 150 g flour, 50 g cocoa powder, 100 g chocolate, 1 tbsp orange or lemon zest, 1 tsp baking powder, ground cinnamon.
Instructions: Whisk the egg with sugar, add the zest and orange juice, mix, then add all dry ingredients. Pour in the melted butter and add chocolate chips. Mix thoroughly again, pour the batter into muffin molds, and bake the muffins for about 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
3. Banana Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockFor a more diet-friendly variation of the recipe – replace sugar with a sweetener.
You will need: 1 banana, 120 g sour cream or yogurt, 50 ml vegetable oil, 1 egg, 120-150 g flour, 100 g sugar, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 1 pinch of salt.
Instructions: Mash the banana into a puree and mix it with sugar and liquid ingredients. Separately mix the dry ingredients, combine both mixtures, mix well, and pour the batter into muffin molds. Bake the banana muffins for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 160 degrees Celsius (325°F).
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4. Vanilla Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockLight vanilla notes – a classic for tea-time baking.
You will need: 100 ml vegetable oil, 180 ml milk, 1 egg, 200 g sugar, 250 g flour, 2 tsp baking powder, 2 pinches of vanilla, 2 pinches of salt.
Instructions: Whisk the egg with sugar, salt, and vanilla. Pour in milk and vegetable oil, then stir in the flour with baking powder. If desired, add raisins, candied fruits, or chocolate chips. Pour the batter into muffin molds and place them in the air fryer basket. Bake for 20 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F) or 15 minutes in baking mode.
5. Lemon Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockLemon zest adds more freshness and a slight tartness.
You will need: 120 g butter, 2 eggs, 1 lemon, 120 g sugar, 150 g flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch of salt.
Instructions: Beat the softened butter with sugar and, continuing to beat, add the eggs one by one. Add lemon juice and zest, then the dry ingredients. Mix and spoon the batter into muffin molds. Bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes in the air fryer at 160 degrees Celsius (325°F).
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6. Candied Fruit Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockBright candied fruits turn each muffin into a small festive pastry.
You will need: 120 g butter, 3 eggs, 2/3 cup sugar, 1.5 cups flour, 150 g candied fruits, 0.5 tsp baking powder, vanilla.
Instructions: Beat the softened butter with sugar, add eggs one by one and mix. Gradually add the flour with baking powder, and finally, stir in the candied fruits. Spoon the batter into muffin molds and bake the muffins for about 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
7. Orange Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockOrange notes are not as tart as lemon ones.
You will need: 150 g butter, 3 eggs, 120 g sugar, 250 g flour, 1 orange, 2 tsp baking powder, 10 g vanilla sugar.
Instructions: Beat the softened butter with both types of sugar and, continuing to beat, add the eggs one by one. Then add the orange juice and zest, mix, and add the flour with baking powder. Mix the batter again, pour into muffin molds, and bake the muffins for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
8. Healthy Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockWho said homemade baked goods can't be healthy?
You will need: 150 g cottage cheese, 50 ml milk, 2 eggs, 50 g corn flour, 30 g rice flour, 1 handful of raisins, 1 handful of nuts to taste, 1 tsp baking powder, vanilla, sugar substitute.
Instructions: Pass the cottage cheese through a sieve, whisk the eggs, and mix them until smooth. Pour in the milk, then add all dry ingredients, and finally, stir in the washed raisins and chopped nuts. Spoon the batter into muffin molds and bake the muffins for approximately 15-20 minutes in the air fryer at 170 degrees Celsius (340°F).
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9. Coconut Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockCoconut flakes make the muffins incredibly moist and aromatic.
You will need: 180 ml milk, 50 ml vegetable oil, 2 eggs, 200 g sugar, 250 g flour, 100 g shredded coconut, 2 tsp baking powder.
Instructions: Whisk the eggs, oil, and milk, add the dry ingredients, and at the very end, stir in the shredded coconut. Pour the batter into muffin molds and bake the muffins for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F) or in baking mode.
10. Lenten Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockThese baked goods turn out surprisingly airy, despite the absence of dairy products.
You will need: 125 ml water, 50 ml vegetable oil, 50 g sugar, 150 g flour, 25 g walnuts, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp baking soda.
Instructions: Mix warm water, sugar, and honey until dissolved, pour in vegetable oil and mix. Add the sifted flour with baking soda, and finally, stir in the chopped nuts. The batter should be somewhat liquid; pour it into muffin molds and bake the muffins for 15 minutes in the air fryer at 180 degrees Celsius (350°F).
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11. Apple Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockApples give the muffins natural juiciness and sweetness.
You will need: 2 eggs, 50 ml vegetable oil, 150 g grated apples, 120 g sugar, 250 g flour, 2 tbsp sour cream, 0.5 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground cinnamon.
Instructions: Whisk the eggs, sour cream, sugar, and vegetable oil. Add the grated apples, then the remaining dry ingredients. Mix and spoon the batter into muffin molds, place them in the air fryer, and bake for 15-20 minutes at 160 degrees Celsius (325°F).
12. Spinach Muffins in an Air Fryer
Source: AdobeStockEspecially for those who prefer savory muffins!
You will need: 2 eggs, 100 g frozen spinach, 100 g cottage cheese, 25 g hard cheese, 2 tbsp rice flour, 2 tsp vegetable oil, 0.5 tsp baking powder, salt, spices.
Instructions: Thaw and lightly squeeze the spinach. Blend it with cottage cheese and eggs, add grated cheese and other ingredients, and mix thoroughly. Spoon the batter into muffin molds and bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes in the air fryer at 170 degrees Celsius (340°F).