Air Fryer Donuts
Are you looking for a quick yet delicious breakfast or snack that your kids will go crazy for? Air fryer donuts are the answer! With just five minutes of prep and a few common pantry ingredients, you can transform ordinary canned biscuits into an extraordinary cinnamon sugar donut treat – no oven or deep fryer required! In this article, you’ll learn how to make air fryer donuts that are soft and fluffy on the inside yet lightly crisp on the outside, plus tips and tricks on how to customize them with your favorite flavors and toppings. So go ahead and give it a try- with air fryer donuts, you’ll be able to enjoy freshly-made gourmet donuts without all the oil, mess, and time.
Air Fryer Donuts
Donuts are my weakness! There is something about a good donut that I just love! Whether it is our Air Fryer Cereal donuts, our Apple cider donuts, or these 5-minute air fryer donuts I am in heaven!
You will fall in love with these easy air fryer donuts for so many reasons.
- The prep is minimal
- They are easy to make
- Flavors are customizable
- You can make them in less time than it takes to drive to the donut shop
- You can always have the necessary ingredients on hand!
How to Make Air Fryer Donuts
Step 1:
Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Remove biscuits from the can. Separate and place onto parchment paper or cutting board. Remove the middle with a cookie cutter or beverage cap.
Step 2:
Grease the air fryer basket with oil. Place 4 donuts into the basket with space in between. Cook for about 5 minutes, turning halfway through cook time.
Step 3:
While donuts are cooking, prepare the cinnamon-sugar mixture by combining sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl or paper bag. Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl (that’s big enough to put the donut in) for 15-30 seconds.
Step 4:
Once donuts are cooked, place them in the bowl of butter to coat on all sides. Transfer to cinnamon sugar and coat on all sides. Serve warm or allow to cool on a wire rack.
Tips Tricks and FAQs
- Be sure to not overcrowd the air fryer when making these. In a 4.1 liter air fryer, you can typically make 4 of these at a time.
- We used large refrigerated canned biscuits, you can use smaller biscuits if you would like, but just note you will need to adjust the cooking temperature.
- A shot glass is a perfect tool for removing the center of the donut.
- Don’t forget to save all the donut centers! Roll these a bit and you have 8 donut holes to enjoy as well.
- You want to ensure both sides of the donuts are golden brown before removing them from your air fryer.
- Once air fried, you want to immediately dip the donut in butter and then roll in the cinnamon and sugar mixture. A paper bag works great for coating the donuts with cinnamon sugar and it’s less messy.
Storage
You will want to let your donuts completely cool on a wire rack prior to storing. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Can you use this recipe to make glazed donuts?
Yes! You can just omit the cinnamon sugar mixture and make a glaze. 1 ¼ cups powdered sugar, 3 Tablespoons of milk, and ½ teaspoon of vanilla.
Air Fryer Donuts
Air fryer donuts are the perfect 5-minute breakfast or snack option that your kids will go crazy for as it transforms ordinary canned biscuits into an extraordinary cinnamon sugar donut treat!
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounces) can of large refrigerated canned biscuits
- ¾ cup white sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- Spray oil or vegetable oil
Instructions
Step 1:
Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees. Remove biscuits from the can. Separate and place onto parchment paper or cutting board. Remove the middle with a cookie cutter or beverage cap.
Step 2:
Grease the air fryer basket with oil. Place 4 donuts into the basket with space in between. Cook for about 5 minutes, turning halfway through cook time.
Step 3:
While donuts are cooking, prepare the cinnamon-sugar mixture by combining sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl or paper bag. Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl (that’s big enough to put the donut in) for 15-30 seconds.
Step 4:
Once donuts are cooked, place them in the bowl of butter to coat on all sides. Transfer to cinnamon sugar and coat on all sides. Serve warm or allow to cool on a wire rack.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 168Total Fat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 44mgCarbohydrates: 22gFiber: 0gSugar: 19gProtein: 1g
I’m Melissa, the imaginative force behind Sparkles to Sprinkles, where creativity comes to life, and sprinkles of joy are scattered generously. Melissa is a proud Jersey girl who found love with a New York boy. As a mom to four wonderful boys and a few fur babies, her journey into the world of blogging began after making the life-changing decision to stay home and raise her children. Previously a dedicated workaholic, Melissa’s blog became her creative outlet and passion project. Inspired by her mother-in-law, a masterful cook renowned for her delicious home-cooked meals and legendary holiday feasts (think mouthwatering sausage stuffing), Melissa honed her culinary skills through a combination of family recipes and countless cooking classes. She often attended these classes with her son Michael, who shared her enthusiasm for cooking from a young age. Melissa’s love for learning extends beyond familiar cuisines, as she enjoys exploring international recipes in hands-on cooking classes. Her blog features a diverse array of recipes, showcasing her expertise with various kitchen appliances such as the Instant Pot, air fryer, Slow Cooker, Ninja Foodi, Instant Vortex Plus, and more. Join Melissa on her culinary adventures as she shares tried-and-true family favorites alongside exciting new discoveries!
