Easy Air Fryer Donuts Recipe

Introduction

These easy air fryer donuts are a quick and delicious treat that you can make at home with just a few simple ingredients. Perfectly fluffy on the inside and coated with a cinnamon-sugar or glaze finish, they offer the joy of fresh donuts without the deep frying.

Ingredients

• 1 (16.3 oz) can flaky large biscuits (such as Grands! Flaky Biscuits)
• Vegetable oil for brushing the air fryer
• 3 tbsp melted butter
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
• 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
• 2 tbsp milk (or juice, or water)
• Two drops vanilla or almond extract

Instructions

1. Step 1: Make the cinnamon sugar by combining ½ cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. In another shallow dish, make the glaze by mixing ½ cup confectioner’s sugar with 1 tablespoon milk and add two drops of vanilla or almond extract.
2. Step 2: Place the biscuits on a baking sheet and use a 1-inch round biscuit cutter or a bottle cap to cut a hole in the center of each biscuit, creating donut shapes.
3. Step 3: Brush the inside of your air fryer basket with vegetable oil. Arrange 3 or 4 donuts inside, making sure they do not touch as they will expand during cooking.
4. Step 4: Set the air fryer temperature to 350°F and cook the donuts for 6 minutes, flipping them halfway through after 3 minutes.
5. Step 5: Once cooked, brush the donuts with melted butter, then dip them butter-side down into the cinnamon sugar or glaze, coating evenly.
6. Step 6: Don’t forget to air fry the dough balls left from cutting the centers—the same way as the donuts, they make delicious bite-sized treats!

Tips & Variations

• For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle a little powdered sugar or drizzle chocolate sauce over the glazed donuts.
• Use juice or water instead of milk in the glaze for a dairy-free alternative.
• If you like a crispier donut, air fry for an additional 1–2 minutes, but watch carefully to avoid overcooking.

Storage

Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the air fryer at 300°F for 2-3 minutes to refresh their crispiness before serving.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use any type of biscuit dough?

Flaky large biscuits work best because they create the light, airy texture typical of donuts. Smaller biscuits or biscuit dough with different textures may not yield the same result.

Do I need to flip the donuts while cooking?

Yes, flipping the donuts halfway through ensures they cook evenly on both sides and develop a uniform golden color.

Easy Air Fryer Donuts Recipe

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• Author: Hugo
• Total Time: 22 minutes
• Yield: 8 donuts with holes 1x

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Description

These Easy Air Fryer Donuts are a quick and delightful homemade treat using flaky biscuit dough. Air frying gives the donuts a perfectly golden crust with minimal oil, making them light and fluffy. Topped with either cinnamon sugar or a sweet glaze, these donuts are perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack any time of day.

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Ingredients

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For the Donuts

• 1 (16.3 oz) can flaky large biscuits (such as Grands! Flaky Biscuits)
• Vegetable oil for brushing the air fryer
• 3 tbsp melted butter

For Cinnamon Sugar

• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

For Glaze

• 1 cup confectioner’s sugar
• 2 tbsp milk (or juice, or water)
• Two drops vanilla or almond extract

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Instructions

1. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar and Glaze: In a shallow dish, mix ½ cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon for the cinnamon sugar coating. In a separate dish, whisk together ½ cup confectioner’s sugar with 1 tablespoon milk and two drops of vanilla or almond extract to create the glaze.
2. Cut Out Donut Holes: Place the biscuits on a baking sheet. Use a 1-inch round biscuit cutter or a bottle cap to cut out the centers of each biscuit, creating the donut holes and the rings.
3. Prepare Air Fryer: Brush the inside of the air fryer basket with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Arrange 3 or 4 donut rings inside the basket, making sure they don’t touch to allow for expansion during cooking.
4. Air Fry Donuts: Set the air fryer temperature to 350°F (175°C). Cook the donuts for 6 minutes total, flipping them carefully halfway at the 3-minute mark to ensure even cooking and golden brown color.
5. Coat Donuts: Immediately brush the hot donuts with melted butter. Then, dip and roll one side into the prepared cinnamon sugar mixture or the glaze, depending on your preference. Repeat for all donuts.
6. Cook Donut Holes: Don’t waste the biscuit centers! Place the donut holes in the air fryer and cook them the same way at 350°F for about 5 minutes, flipping halfway, then coat with butter and your choice of cinnamon sugar or glaze.

Notes

• Ensure the donuts are spaced out in the air fryer to allow air circulation and avoid soggy spots.
• The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more or less milk depending on your desired thickness.
• You can substitute the biscuit dough with homemade dough if preferred.
• Use different extracts like almond or vanilla in the glaze to customize flavor.
• Always brush the air fryer basket to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 12 minutes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: air fryer donuts, easy donuts, cinnamon sugar donuts, glazed donuts, quick dessert, biscuit dough donuts