This Air Fryer Chocolate Cake is a delicious treat you can easily bake using your air fryer. It’s rich, moist, and perfect for any occasion. With a soft texture and creamy chocolate frosting, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Servings: 10-12 slices

Equipment Needed:

• 8-inch deep cake pan
• Air fryer

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 ¼ cups (260g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• ½ cup (60g) cocoa powder
• 1 ¼ cups (250g) light brown sugar or caster sugar
• ½ cup (115g) softened unsalted butter or margarine
• 2 large eggs
• ½ cup (120ml) semi-skimmed milk
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tsp vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste

For the Chocolate Frosting:

• 1 cup (175g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 6 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• ½ cup (115ml) pouring cream (single cream)
• 2 cups (260g) powdered sugar (icing sugar)
• ⅔ cup (150g) softened unsalted butter (do not use margarine)
• 2 tbsp hot coffee (optional)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

To Decorate (Optional):

• Chocolate shavings

Instructions:

Make the Cake Batter:

1. Preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C). Grease an 8-inch cake pan with spray or oil, then line the bottom with baking paper or a reusable liner.
2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and sugar.
3. Add the butter, eggs, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Mix on a low speed with a hand mixer or stand mixer to combine, then increase the speed and mix until smooth. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl with a spatula as needed.
4. Spoon the batter into the prepared cake pan and level it out. Cover the pan tightly with aluminum foil, poking a few holes in the foil for airflow.

Bake the Cake:

1. Place the cake pan into the air fryer basket. Bake covered for 45 minutes.
2. After 45 minutes, carefully remove the foil and continue baking for another 5 minutes, or until the cake feels springy and a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in the center. Depending on your air fryer, you may need to adjust the cooking time slightly.
3. Let the cake cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then invert it onto a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.

Make the Chocolate Frosting:

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips and cream for 40-50 seconds. Stir until smooth and combined.
2. Sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a mixing bowl.
3. Add the softened butter and the melted chocolate mixture to the bowl. Start mixing on low speed, then increase the speed to medium until the frosting becomes thick and holds peaks.

Assemble and Frost the Cake:

1. Use a cake leveler to cut the cake into two even layers.
2. Spread frosting over the bottom layer and smooth it out. Place the second layer on top and cover the entire cake with the frosting.
3. Decorate with chocolate shavings or other toppings if you like. Slice and serve!

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Quick Recipe

Description:
This easy-to-make chocolate cake is baked in an air fryer and topped with rich, creamy chocolate frosting. It’s perfect for any occasion and guaranteed to satisfy your chocolate cravings.

Duration:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 50 minutes
• Total Time: 1 hour

Servings:
10-12 slices

Ingredients:

• For the Cake:
  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ cup cocoa powder
  • 1 ¼ cups light brown or caster sugar
  • ½ cup butter (or margarine)
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
• For the Frosting:
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 6 tbsp cocoa powder
  • ½ cup cream
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • ⅔ cup softened butter
  • 2 tbsp hot coffee (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Optional Decorations:
  • Chocolate shavings

Instructions:

1. Preheat the air fryer to 320°F (160°C). Grease an 8-inch pan and line with baking paper.
2. Sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar in a bowl. Add butter, eggs, milk, lemon juice, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
3. Pour the batter into the pan and cover with foil. Bake for 45 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for 5 more minutes. Let the cake cool.
4. For frosting: Melt chocolate chips and cream in the microwave. Stir to combine. Beat with sifted powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and butter.
5. Frost the cooled cake, decorate with chocolate shavings, and serve.

Tips & Tricks:

• You can bake the cake ahead of time and store it wrapped at room temperature for a day.
• The cake stays moist for a few days when stored in a covered container away from sunlight.
• If using fresh cream in the frosting, store the cake in the fridge and consume it quickly.

Notes:

• For oven baking: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 28-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
• You can use self-raising flour instead of all-purpose flour, but leave out the baking powder