Preparation method

20 min.

• 1

  Mix dry ingredients

  In a bowl (or you can divide directly into mugs), combine flour, cocoa powder, sugar, and salt.

• 2

  Add wet ingredients

  Add milk, oil (or melted butter), and vanilla. Mix until smooth.

• 3

  Divide the batter

  Evenly distribute the batter into 4 mugs (fill only halfway to avoid overflow).

• 4

  Add chocolate chips (optional)

  Sprinkle or mix into each mug.

• 5

  Preheat air fryer

  Preheat to 180°C (350°F) for 3 minutes.

• 6

  Cook in batches

  Place 1–2 mugs at a time (depending on your air fryer size). Cook for 8–10 minutes per batch: 8 minutes fudgy, 10 minutes more cake-like.

• 7

  Cool slightly

  Let each mug rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.

• 8

  Tips

  Don’t overcrowd the air fryer—air circulation is key. Rotate mugs halfway through cooking if your air fryer heats unevenly. Add a square of chocolate or Nutella in the center for a molten effect. Top with ice cream or whipped cream for serving.