TikTok Air Fryer Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These air fryer oatmeal chocolate chip cookies are a TikTok sensation, and it’s not hard to see why. With a soft, chewy texture, crispy, golden exterior, and chocolate chips in every bite, these cookies deserve every bit of attention they’ve been getting!
Oatmeal cookies are a classic that almost everyone loves. I can’t think of anyone who doesn’t have a story about their mom making these delicious cookies at some point during their childhood. Like a lot of other people, I found this air fryer version on TikTok, and I had to see what all the fuss was about. After all, air frying is a great way of cooking almost anything, so I was eager to give these a try. Let me tell you something right now. They are my new favorite oatmeal cookies!
Air Fryer Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
These delicious cookies start with a simple oatmeal cookie dough with added bananas for more flavor and a super moist texture along with chocolate chips for a delicious blast of chocolate in every bite. I whip up the dough, air fry them for about 15 minutes, and then I devour them. Of course, I share them with family and friends, although, honestly, I don’t want to! That’s all there is to this recipe! It’s quick and easy, and it makes the best oatmeal cookies you’ll ever eat!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It only uses a few simple ingredients.
- It’s easy to make, so you can whip up a batch whenever you want.
- It’s loaded with classic oatmeal cookie flavor and a blast of banana and chocolate chips.
Ingredients
You’ll only need some basic baking ingredients to make this recipe. You just might have them all in your kitchen right now, in fact. Anything you don’t have is just a quick trip to the grocery store away.
- 1/2 cup oats
- 1/2 cup sliced ripe banana
- 1 to 1 1/2 tablespoons milk of choice, I used non-dairy almond milk
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted and cooled
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, I have been using this brand for a while now. Love it!
- 1/4 teaspoon baking powder, make sure it’s fresh for best taste and efficiency
- pinch ground cinnamon, this brand is organic, tastes amazing and best price
- 1 to 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips, these are Amazon’s favorite and mine too. Or, use regular chocolate chips
How to Make TikTok Air Fryer Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Making these cookies couldn’t be easier. You just mix the batter and bake the cookies in the air fryer. That’s all there is to it. It only takes a little under 30 minutes from start to finish.
- Mash the banana slices until smooth.
- Add the oats, baking powder, and cinnamon, mix.
- Add the oil, milk, and vanilla extract and mix again. The batter will be thick.
- Add the chocolate chips and mix again. Then, place the dough in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes.
- Divide the dough into 2 cookies, and air fry them for 15 minutes at 350. Enjoy!
Substitutions and Variations
- You can use quick or old-fashioned oats for these cookies.
- Any plant-based milk will work, or you can use regular milk.
- Avocado oil will also work in place of coconut oil
- You can use dark, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate chips in these cookies.
Tips
- Although chilling the cookie dough is optional, I highly recommend it for the best texture.
- Mash your banana thoroughly. It’s important that it’s smooth.
- If you have a smaller air fryer, cook one large cookie at a time. Regular size air fryer, you can make 2 medium size cookies.
Equipment
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- Air Fryer, recently got this one and love it! I do love this smaller one too. Comes in a few colors.
Storage
Room Temperature: Store for up to 2 days in an air-tight container.
Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container or Ziplock bag up to 3 days.
Freezer: Store for up to a month in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or wrap individually then, store in a Ziplock bag
What to Serve with Air Fryer Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Serve these cookies with a glass of cold milk. Adults can enjoy them with a cup of coffee or tea. They’re also excellent with fresh berries or dipped in sweet dessert dips.
More Oatmeal Cookie Recipes
If you love oatmeal cookies, then take a look at my other delicious oatmeal cookie variations.
- Lighter Old-Fashioned Oatmeal Cookies
- Apple Pie Breakfast Cookies
- Banana Oaties Chocolate Chip Cookies
FAQ
What does air frying cookies do?
Baking cookies in the air fryer helps cook them faster and gives them a crispy exterior and soft, chewy interior.
What are TikTok air fryer oatmeal cookies?
TikTok air fryer oatmeal chocolate chips cookies are a vegan oatmeal cookie variation that made the rounds on TikTok, becoming popular for its vegan ingredients and unique texture.
Why didn’t my cookies cook completely in the air fryer?
A major reason that any food doesn’t cook properly in the air fryer is the lack of preheating. There’s a myth out there that air fryers don’t need to be reheated. That is untrue, and skipping that step will alter your cooking times and final outcome.
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TikTok Air Fryer Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie
This is a simple and easy recipe to make two healthy chocolate chip oatmeal cookies right in your air fryer. The cookies comes out crispy on the edges and chewy on the inside. So delish!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup oats, I used quick cooking oats
- 1/2 cup sliced ripe banana
- 1 to 11/2 tablespoons milk of choice, I used almond milk
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted and cooled. You can use butter or a vegan margarine in place of coconut oil
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder make sure it's fresh
- pinch ground cinnamon, this is optional
- 1 to 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips or regular chocolate chips
Instructions
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1. Mash the banana slices until smooth. Add the oats, baking powder, and cinnamon and mix.
2. Add the oil, milk, and vanilla extract and mix again. The batter will be thick. Add the chocolate chips and mix again.
Now, place the dough in the freezer for 5 to 10 minutes.
3. Make one large cookie or divide the dough into 2 medium cookies, and air fry for 15 minutes at 350. Enjoy!
Thanks for stopping by today. I hope you enjoy these air fryer oatmeal chocolate chip cookies. They are soooo good!
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