4 easy desserts you can make in your air fryer.

If you're anything like me, you love a sweet treat that doesn't take hours to make (and even better, doesn't leave the kitchen looking like a war zone).

That's where the magic of the air fryer comes in!

Whether you're a chocoholic, a fruity dessert fan, or just someone who loves impressing friends with minimal effort, these four sweet recipes are here to save the day. Your air fryer is about to become your dessert bestie.

Watch: How to make Steph's four-ingredient Christmas cookie dough fudge. Post continues below.

Ready to give your sweet tooth what it's craving? Let's do this!

These recipes are quick, budget-friendly, and perfect for a little weekday indulgence.

So, grab your air fryer and get ready to whip up some seriously delicious treats!

Anytime Chocolate Chip Cookies.

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You will be banging these little treasures out every weekend as the dough only takes five minutes to put together, though they do need extra chill time in the fridge and bake time.

PREP & COOK TIME

1 hour (+ refrigeration)

WHAT YOU NEED

• 2½ CUPS PLAIN FLOUR

• 1 CUP FIRMLY PACKED BROWN SUGAR

• ½ CUP CASTER SUGAR

• 1 TSP BAKING POWDER

• 2 EXTRA-LARGE EGGS

• 200G BUTTER, MELTED A SPLASH OF VANILLA

• • 250G DARK CHOCOLATE CHIPS

• OLIVE OIL COOKING SPRAY

WHAT YOU DO

1. Mix together the plain flour, sugars and baking powder until they're all good friends.

2. Now, let's add the eggs, melted butter, that splash of vanilla and those chocolate chips to the party. Stir everything up!

3. Got everything mixed? Awesome! Now, let's shape this dough into a neat 36cm long log and about 5cm in diameter, then wrap it nice and tight in some baking paper.

4. Give the dough a little rest in the fridge for about 1 hour.

5. Time to let the cookie dough breathe! After chilling, unwrap the whole log and cut it into yummy cookie-sized slices, about 1cm thick.

6. Spray your air fryer basket with oil then place 5 cookies about 4cm apart into your basket.

7. Set the temperature to 160°C and the timer for 7 minutes. Keep an eye on them as you don't want any crispy critters!

8. Let them cool for a few minutes before taking them out of the air fryer. Repeat with the remaining cookies four more times.

Burnt Cheesecakes.

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You have to just trust me with this one, you have to burn it. I know you think I have lost the plot but just trust the process. The burnt top honestly makes this Basque cheesecake so delicious.

PREP & COOK TIME

1 hour 10 mins (+ cooling)

WHAT YOU NEED

• 750G CREAM CHEESE, SOFTENED

• 1½ CUPS CASTER SUGAR

• A GOOD PINCH OF SALT

• 5 EXTRA-LARGE EGGS

• ¾ CUP THICKENED CREAM

• A SPLASH OF VANILLA

WHAT YOU DO

1. Toss everything into your trusty food processor or blender. Give it a whirl until it's looking super smooth. Be patient, this will take a few minutes!

2. Grab two 17cm (6-cup) round cake pans, or you could use two 15.7cm x 21.9cm (4cm deep) disposable aluminium trays, then line them with baking paper.

3. Share the creamy mix between the two pans. Half in one, half in the other.

4. Pop one of the pans into the air fryer and set the temperature to 200°C and the timer for 25-30 minutes; you're looking for a gentle wobble in the middle and a very dark brown top.

5. Once that's done, take the basket out of the air fryer, then leave your cheesecake creation in there to cool for about 5 minutes.

6. Repeat the process with your second dreamy cheesecake.

7. For the best flavour, let your cheesecakes chill in the fridge for a few hours.

8. When you're ready, slice up your cheesecakes and serve. These little beauties can also be frozen for up to 1 month.

Orange Bliss Tea Cake.

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If orange isn't your jam, you can turn this into a zesty lemon, luscious lime or magic mandarin cake by subbing out the oranges with your favourite citrus.

PREP & COOK TIME

45 mins

WHAT YOU NEED

• 125G BUTTER, MELTED

• ¾ CUP CASTER SUGAR

• 3 EXTRA-LARGE EGGS

• GRATED ZEST OF 2 ORANGES

• 2 TBSP ORANGE JUICE

• 2 TBSP DESICCATED COCONUT

• 1 CUP SELF-RAISING FLOUR

• TO SERVE: VANILLA YOGHURT, SLIVERED PISTACHIOS AND HONEY

WHAT YOU DO

1. Start by whisking the melted butter, sugar, eggs and that fresh orange zest and juice together in a bowl until it's all mixed up and happy.

2. Time to make it even yummier! Add the coconut and flour. Give it a good stir until everything's best buddies.

3. Grab a 20cm square or round cake pan, grease then line it with baking paper. Once you're all set, pour the batter into your pan. Let's get to baking! Pop it into your air fryer.

4. Set the temperature to 150°C and the timer for 30-35 minutes. To check it's done, pop a skewer into the centre and pull it out; the cake should be dry to the touch.

5. When it's done, cool it slightly before lifting it out of the pan. You should have a delightful treat that's golden and scrumptious!

6. Cut the cake into 8 slices. Eat it as it is or make it fancy with a dollop of yoghurt, some little jewels of green pistachio and a drizzle of honey lusciousness

BLUEBERRY CHEESECAKE POCKET PIE.

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PREP & COOK TIME

25 mins

WHAT YOU NEED

• 60G SOFTENED CREAM CHEESE

• 1 TBSP CASTER SUGAR

• 1 TSP GROUND CINNAMON

• 1 CUP BLUEBERRIES

• ZEST OF 1 LEMON

WHAT YOU DO

1. Cut 2 sheets thawed puff pastry into 8 squares (that's 4 from each sheet).

2. Top 4 of your squares with your chosen filling, layering them in the order listed. Sandwich with remaining pastry squares, sealing your little pockets so there are no escapees.

3. Paint them with beaten egg.

4. Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Place your pies in the basket in 2 batches. Set the temperature to 200°C and the timer for 7 minutes.

5. Turn the pies over and cook them for a further 3 minutes or until golden and crispy.

6. Let them cool slightly, then dust with icing sugar snow.

If you're now convinced and want to buy a great air fryer, Steph recommends the Sunbeam SteamFry 7L.

Steph de Sousa's new cookbook, Air Fryer Queen is available now, RRP $29.99 (on sale now for $15 at Target).

For more air fryer recipes, visit Steph's website here.

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