Chocolate fritters in an air fryer are a delicious and light variation of the classic Carnival fritters. If you love crispy desserts but want to avoid traditional frying, this recipe is for you! Thanks to the air fryer, you can achieve a crunchy result similar to the fried version but with less fat and fewer calories. This recipe is easy and quick, and the dough is enriched with unsweetened cocoa, which gives a more intense and bold flavor. Once ready, you can decorate them with powdered sugar or melted chocolate to make them even more irresistible! Discover how to prepare chocolate fritters in an air fryer and amaze everyone with an original and delicious version of this traditional dessert.
The air fryer is perfect for preparing all kinds of desserts! Also try these recipes:
- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 30 Pieces
- Cooking methods: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter, Carnival
- Energy 41.42 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 7.54 (g) of which sugars 1.37 (g)
- Proteins 1.35 (g)
- Fat 0.91 (g) of which saturated 0.26 (g)of which unsaturated 0.57 (g)
- Fibers 0.37 (g)
- Sodium 2.89 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 12 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients for Chocolate Fritters in Air Fryer
- 1 egg
- 2 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- as needed vegetable oil
- 2 tsp baking powder (for air fryer)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Tools for Preparing Chocolate Fritters in Air Fryer
- Rolling Pin
- Parchment Paper
- Air Fryer
- Bowl
How to Make Chocolate Fritters in Air Fryer
To prepare the chocolate fritters in an air fryer, first crack the egg into a bowl, add the sugar, vanilla extract, and mix quickly. Also add in the milk.
Mix again. Gradually add the sifted flour and baking powder for the air fryer. Knead first with a spoon.
Continue with your hands until you get a homogeneous dough. Finally, add the sifted unsweetened cocoa and knead again to incorporate it. If desired, you can add the sifted unsweetened cocoa with the flour and baking powder. You should achieve a smooth and homogeneous dough. Transfer the dough to a sheet of parchment paper.
Cover with another sheet of parchment paper and roll out with a rolling pin until you get a sheet of 1-2 mm thickness. If you want, you can also use the pasta machine. Using a serrated pastry wheel, cut strips of dough and make incisions in the center to ensure they puff up better during cooking. Finally, twist the dough through the created hole to make a bow.
Place the chocolate fritters in the air fryer basket lined with parchment paper, spray with a puff of oil, and cook at 385°F for 4 minutes.
Flip the fritters, spray with more oil, and cook for another 2 minutes. Let them cool, plate, and then finish with a generous dusting of powdered sugar. Enjoy!
Storage
You can consume the cocoa fritters in the air fryer within 2 days at most, although they will certainly lose their crunchiness. Store them in a cake dome.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I prepare the dough in advance?
Yes! You can prepare the chocolate fritters dough and store it wrapped in plastic wrap in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. This way it will be easier to roll and work with.
Why aren’t my fritters crispy enough?
If the fritters are not crispy, it might be because the dough is too thick. Make sure to roll it out very thin, about 2 mm, to achieve a perfect result. Also, ensure that the air fryer temperature is adequate and that the fritters are well spaced during cooking.
Can I replace the unsweetened cocoa in the dough?
Yes! If you want a milder flavor, you can replace the cocoa with the same amount of flour or sweet cocoa.
Can I use the oven instead of the air fryer?
Yes, you can bake them in a preheated fan oven at 350°F for about 10-12 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking. However, the air fryer guarantees greater crispiness with shorter times.
Can I decorate the fritters in different ways?
Yes, you can use melted chocolate!
Are chocolate fritters in an air fryer lighter than fried ones?
Yes, because they are not immersed in hot oil. This significantly reduces the fat and calorie content, while still maintaining a delicious taste and crispy texture.
Can I use alternative sweeteners to sugar?
You can try substitutes like cane sugar, honey, or natural sweeteners, but the final texture might vary slightly.
