Air Fryer Muffins with zucchini is an easy one bowl snack made in just the air fryer. They are soft and have the perfect texture.
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This is an easy beginner friendly snack. Texture wise I did not find any big difference from baking in an oven to the air fryer. It was perfect and I definitely recommend baking in the air fryer.
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Air Fryer Muffins
Air Fryer Muffins are an easy one bowl bake. It is so delicious and tastes just like the oven-baked muffins.
Ingredients
Flour - As always use white flour or you can also try half and half wheat and white flour.
Zucchini- Use fresh or frozen grated zucchini. Both yellow and green work well.
Sugar - You can use white or brown sugar. I am using brown sugar. It gives a beautiful golden hue to the muffin.
Baking Powder and Soda - It gives an airy texture and perfect raise to the muffins.
Cinnamon Powder - This is optional but adds a greater taste to the muffin.
Egg - Serves as a binding agent and gives the muffin a great texture.
Yogurt - Use flavorless plain yogurt.
Oil - Use any cooking oil. I am using coconut oil.
Vanilla - Use good quality pure vanilla extract.
Salt - A pinch of salt always elevates the taste of any dessert.
FAQ's
Can you use paper muffin cups in an air fryer?
You can definitely use it, but chances are there the batter might spill over. If using, use three or four liners together so that they are sturdy and hold the batter. Otherwise, you can use silicon muffin liners or sturdy muffin liners.
Can you put a metal muffin pan in an air fryer?
You may use any oven-proof bowl or pan inside the air fye, provided there is space. If you have no space for the muffin pan you can go with the silicon or paper muffin liners.
How long do you cook muffins in air fryer ?
It depends on the temperature you set. I prepare cooking at a low temperature for even baking. There is more hot air circulation in the air fryer. Hence high temperature can lead to more browning on the top of the muffins. I usually cook at 320 F / 160 C for 14-15 mins.
How to make Air Fryer Muffins
1.In a mixing bowl break open 1 room temperature egg. Next, add ½ cup yogurt and ¼ cup oil. Use any cooking oil. I prefer using coconut oil.
2. Whisk everything together until well combined and then add 1 teaspoon of Vanilla extract and whisk once again.
3. Next add ½ teaspoon baking soda,½ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon powder, and ⅛ teaspoon of Salt. Whisk once again.
4. And then add ¾ cup of brown sugar. Whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved.
5. Now add ¾ cups of grated zucchini.
6. Fold once so that the zucchini blends with the other ingredients.
7. Next, add 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
8. Fold gently until the flour is combined. Scoop in the prepared batter to the muffin liners. Use an ice cream scoop or any other spoon and fill the liners up to their ¾th level.
9. Preheat the air fryer to 392 F / 200 c for 5 mins. Arrange the muffin liners in the air fryer basket.
10. Air fry them at 320 F /160 C for 14 mins. Insert a toothpick and see if they come out clean. else continue cooking for another 1 or 2 mins as needed.
Delicious Air fryer Muffins are now ready.
Tips & Variations
- Always bake at a lower temperature in the air fryer. This prevents even baking.
- Baking at higher temperature results in quick browning on the top of the muffins. The lower part of the muffins remains uncooked.
- Allow the muffins to cool completely in a wire rack once they are out of the air fryer and then use.
- Use silicone molds or double or triple layer paper liners while baking in the air fryer.
- You can double or triple the recipe as you like.
- Bake in batches as per the space of the air fryer basket.
- You may also bake the same muffins in the oven. Bake at 356 F / 180 C for 15-20 mins.
- Add in more nuts or chocolate chips if you prefer.
Storing Suggestions
Left over muffins stays good at room temperature for up to 2 days. You may also freeze the muffins for 1 month. Thaw them or reheat them in an air fryer for a min and then serve.
Serving Suggestions
Makes a delicious breakfast option with some Milk. Otherwise goes well for a lunchbox or snack box too.
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📖 Recipe
Air Fryer Zucchini Muffins
Standard 1 cup measures 240 ml
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
- Air Fryer
- Mixing Bowl
- Measuring Cups & Spoons
Ingredients
- 1 Egg Room temperature
- ½ cup Yogurt
- ¼ cup Oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder
- ½ teaspoon Baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- ⅛ teaspoon Salt
- ¾ cup Brown Sugar
- ¾ cup Zucchini grated
- 1 cup All Purpouse Flour
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl break open 1 room temperature egg. Next, add ½ cup yogurt and ¼ cup oil. Use any cooking oil. I prefer using coconut oil.
- Whisk everything together until well combined and then add 1 teaspoon of Vanilla extract and whisk once again.
- Next add ½ teaspoon baking soda,½ teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon cinnamon powder, and ⅛ teaspoon of Salt. Whisk once again.
- And then add ¾ cup of brown sugar. Whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Now add ¾ cups of grated zucchini. Fold once so that the zucchini blends with the other ingredients.
- Next, add 1 cup of all-purpose flour. Fold gently until the flour is combined.
- Scoop in the prepared batter to the muffin liners. Use an ice cream scoop or any other spoon and fill the liners up to their ¾th level.
- Preheat the air fryer to 392 F / 200 c for 5 mins. Arrange the muffin liners in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry them at 320 F /160 C for 14 mins. Insert a toothpick and see if they come out clean. else continue cooking for another 1 or 2 mins as needed. Delicious Air fryer Muffins are now ready.
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Nutrition
Disclaimer: I am not a nutritionist, the nutrition value provided here is an estimate. It will vary based on the quantity and brands of the products used
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