Here’s how to bake Pillsbury refrigerated cookie dough in air fryer in super easy steps and in less than 10 mins. Air fryer cookies are some of our favorites in the air fryer because of how convenient it is. I love how we can bake small batches in it. Our air fryer shortbread cookies and air fryer thumbprint cookies are always a hit!
Table of Contents
- 1 Air fryer cookies from refrigerated dough
- 2 Why we love this recipe
- 3 Ingredients
- 4 How long to cook refrigerated cookie dough in air fryer
- 5 How to make it
- 6 What to serve with these air fryer cookies
- 7 How to store
- 8 Air frying Tips
- 9 FAQs
- 10 More air fryer dessert recipes
- 11 How to bake Refrigerated cookie dough in air fryer
The aroma of freshly baked cookies can fill a house with warmth and comfort. However, sometimes we don't have the time or energy to make cookie dough from scratch.
That's where refrigerated cookie dough comes in handy. Not only is it convenient, but it can also be baked in an air fryer for a quick and delicious treat to enjoy with family. Love quick and easy dessert? You should try this sugar cookie fudge recipe next.
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Why we love this recipe
- Baking refrigerated cookie dough in an air fryer is a quick and easy way to satisfy your sweet tooth.
- Air frying refrigerated cookie dough results in a crispy exterior while maintaining a chewy center.
- No Preheating Required: Unlike traditional ovens, air fryers don't require preheating. This saves time and energy.
- A small batch cookie that’s easy to clean up.
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Ingredients
- Pillsbury Refrigerated Cookie dough is what I used for this chocolate chip cookie, feel free to use your favorite brand such as Nestle tool house or even your homemade refrigerated dough.
The cooking time for refrigerated cookie dough in an air fryer is typically around 6 to 8 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the cookies.
Since air fryer brands tend cook differently, it’s important to keep an eye on the cookies to prevent them from overcooking or burning. You can always add more time as needed.
How to make it
This is an overview of the recipe with step by step photos. Scroll down to the end of this post for a printable recipe card with the amount of ingredients and full recipe instructions.
Unwrap the Cookie dough, transfer the dough cubes into the air fryer basket evenly spaced as they will spread as you bake them.
Bake at 350°F (I80°C) for 6 to 8 mins. Pull out the air fryer basket and place on the counter. Let cookies cool in the basket for 8 mins before lifting out with a cookie spatula.
These air fryer cookies can be served on its own, dipped in melted chocolate, filled with frosting or just dunk it in a glass of milk, hot chocolate, coffee or tea.
How to store
These cookies can be stored in an air tight container for up to 5 days. Ensure you let them cool completely on a cooling rack before storing.
Air frying Tips
- Use parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking to the air fryer basket.
- You can cook these straight from the refrigerator no need to let it come to room temperature
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - leave some space between the cookies for even cooking.
- Check the cookies frequently during cooking to prevent over-browning.
- Adjust the cooking time and temperature as needed depending on your air fryer's model and brand.
FAQs
Here you’ll find answers to common questions about this recipe. If your question isn’t answered, please leave us a comment below and we’ll gladly answer them.
Yes, you can use homemade cookie dough in the air fryer. Follow the same instructions for rolling the dough into balls and cooking the cookies in the air fryer.
Yes, you can freeze the baked cookies in an airtight container or plastic bag for up to 3 months.
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- This recipe was made using the Cosori air fryer.
- Perforated Parchment paper or perforated silicon Mat (optional)
- Cookie spatula
- Heat resistant mat for your counter top
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Equipment
- Cosori Air fryer
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Refrigerated Cookie dough
Instructions
- Unwrap the Cookie dough, transfer the dough cubes into the air fryer basket evenly spaced as they will spread as you bake them.
- Bake at 350°F (I80°C) for 6 to 8 mins. Pull out the air fryer basket and place on the counter. Let cookies cool in the basket for 8 mins before lifting out with a cookie spatula.
- Repeat process for subsequent batches. Bearing in mind that subsequent batches are likely to cook faster because the air fryer got preheated while cooking the previous batches.
Notes
- No need to preheat. Use parchment paper to prevent the cookies from sticking to the air fryer basket.
- You can cook these straight from the refrigerator no need to let it come to room temperature
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - leave some space between the cookies for even cooking.
- Check the cookies frequently during cooking to prevent over-browning.
- Adjust the cooking time and temperature as needed depending on your air fryer's model and brand.
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