Air Fryer Muffins
Temperature
325°F
165°C
Time
12 min
4 muffins
Heat through to
Piping hot
cooked right through
Prep
5 min
Cook
12 min
Total
17 min
The air fryer bakes a quick small batch of muffins with domed tops and a tender crumb, no waiting for a big oven to heat. Use silicone cups and don't overfill them, as they rise quickly.
Ingredients
Quantities for 4 muffins - the times on this page assume that much in the basket.
- Enough blueberry muffin batter for 4 muffins (about 1/4 cup each)
- 2 tbsp rolled oats, for the tops
How to air fry muffins
- Spoon the batter into silicone cups, filling each about two-thirds, and scatter the oats over the tops. They rise fast at this heat and will dome over the edge if you overfill them.
- Preheat the air fryer to 325°F (165°C).
- Add the fresh muffins to the basket. Leave space between each cup.
- Cook for about 12 minutes.
Pro tip
Use silicone muffin cups for easier cleanup.
How to tell when it's done
A muffin's done when a toothpick in the middle comes out clean and the top springs back when pressed lightly. The tops brown fast, so lay a bit of foil over them if they color before the center's set.
Converting from an oven recipe
If your recipe is written for a conventional oven, lower the temperature by about 25°F (15°C) and reduce the time by roughly 20% to land near 325°F for 12 minutes. Need a different starting point? Use the conversion calculator.
Air fryer muffins: FAQ
How long does it take to air fry muffins?
Air fry muffins at 325°F (165°C) for about 12 minutes. That's for 4 muffins in a single layer; adjust slightly for a fuller basket or a different model.
What temperature do you air fry muffins at?
Set the air fryer to 325°F (165°C). If you're converting an oven recipe, that's roughly 25°F (15°C) below the oven temperature, with the time cut by about 20%.
Do I need to preheat the air fryer for muffins?
A 2-3 minute preheat gives the most accurate timing and the best browning, but it isn't essential - if you skip it, add a minute or two to the cook time.