Fudgy Dark Chocolate Walnut Brownies

Rich, fudgy brownies made with real dark chocolate and chopped walnuts, baked in a round pan in the air fryer. The center stays gooey while the top gets that shiny, crackly crust.
This is the dark-chocolate-forward take on our walnut brownies, using a small amount of flour so the texture is dense and truffle-like. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Instructions
Prep
Line an 8-inch round pan with parchment, cut to fit your air fryer.
Melt
Melt the butter and chocolate together in the microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Mix
Beat the eggs, brown sugar and vanilla until pale. Stir in the chocolate mixture, then fold in the flour and walnuts.
Bake
Pour into the pan, preheat to 320°F, and bake 22 to 25 minutes, until the edges are set and a toothpick comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Cool
Let cool in the pan 15 minutes before slicing.
- Do not overbake; the brownies firm up as they cool.
- Toast the walnuts first for deeper flavor.
- A pinch of flaky salt on top balances the dark chocolate.
Frequently asked
How long do brownies take in the air fryer?
About 22 to 25 minutes at 320°F in an 8-inch pan.
Can I use milk chocolate?
Yes, but reduce the brown sugar to 3 tablespoons since it is sweeter.
How do I get fudgy brownies?
Stop baking when a toothpick still has moist crumbs; they set while cooling.


