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Decadent and moist air fryer chocolate cake topped with a rich chocolate ganache and fresh berries
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Emma Lawson | 
01.06.2025

Air Fryer Chocolate Cake: Gooey & Foolproof

Craving something sweet? This air fryer chocolate cake is rich, gooey, and made with pantry staples. No oven needed — just mix, air fry, and enjoy!

Prep Time

10m

Total Time

18m

Cook

28m

Yield

6 slices
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Dessert

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Baking

Ingredients for Air Fryer Chocolate Cake

Pantry-friendly & no fancy tools required

  • ¾ cup plain flour
  • ¼ cup cocoa powder
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Optional Add-ins

  • ½ cup chocolate chips
  • Chopped walnuts
  • Peanut butter swirl

Don’t Overmix

Stir until just combined — overmixing will make the cake dense.

How to Make Chocolate Cake in the Air Fryer

A no-fuss way to bake rich chocolate cake, air fryer-style.

  1. Grease a 6-inch cake tin and preheat air fryer to 160°C (320°F).
  2. Whisk dry ingredients in one bowl and wet in another.
  3. Combine wet and dry, stir until just mixed.
  4. Pour into tin and smooth the top.
  5. Air fry for 18–20 minutes. Cool slightly before serving.

Keep It Moist

  • Check cake at 16 mins to avoid overbaking
  • Use oil instead of butter for extra moisture
  • Cool completely for clean slices
Indulgent air fryer chocolate cake with a molten chocolate center and a sprinkle of powdered sugar

Air Fryer Cake Nutrition

Calories: 280 | Protein: 4g | Carbs: 35g | Fat: 14g

Serving Ideas

  • Serve warm with ice cream
  • Dust with powdered sugar or cocoa
  • Drizzle with chocolate syrup

Final Thoughts on Chocolate Cake in the Air Fryer

This air fryer chocolate cake is a game-changer — rich, gooey, and fast. Whether you’re craving a last-minute dessert or want to impress guests, this recipe proves you don’t need an oven to bake a perfect chocolate treat. Once you try it, you’ll never go back.

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Air Fryer Cake FAQs

What size tin should I use?

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Use a 6-inch round cake tin that fits in your air fryer basket.

Can I make this dairy-free?

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Yes — substitute almond milk and vegan butter.

How do I know it’s cooked?

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Insert a toothpick in the center — it should come out with a few moist crumbs.

Can I add chocolate chips?

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Absolutely! Fold them into the batter before cooking for extra gooey bites.