September 19, 2023
Review RecipeAir Fryer Donuts
These sweet, cinnamon sugar air fryer donuts take the mess out of making a breakfast treat that will surely be a hit with the entire family.
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If you’re looking for an easy way to satisfy those cravings without all the mess and fuss traditional fried donuts require, then air fryer donuts might be just the thing for you. These donuts are light, fluffy on the inside, and delightfully crisp on the outside, with a sweet cinnamon sugar coating to finish them off; perfect for any occasion!
Air Fryer Donuts Ingredients
The overall flavor of air fryer donuts can be described as warm, light, fluffy, and buttery – simply irresistible. If you want a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth craving, then air fryer donuts will hit the spot!
For a little bit of extra sweetness, a delicious cinnamon sugar coating will finish them off nicely.
You’ll need:
- 1 can of grands buttermilk biscuits (10 count)
- 1 tablespoon of butter, melted
For The Cinnamon Sugar:
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons of cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon of salt
Substitutions And Additions
BISCUITS: You can use different biscuits, but it may affect the texture and cooking time in the air fryer.
How To Make This Air Fryer Donuts Recipe
STEP ONE: Preheat the air fryer to 300°F.
STEP TWO: Open the can of biscuits, separate them, and lay them on some parchment paper so they don’t stick to the countertop.
STEP THREE: With a 1-inch cookie cutter or the wide end of a frosting tip, cut a hole in the center of each biscuit.
STEP FOUR: With your hands, smooth around the edges to make an even donut shape.
STEP FIVE: Brush the melted butter over each donut.
STEP SIX: Spray the inside of the air fryer before placing the donuts in. Leave space between each donut and bake in a single layer
STEP SEVEN: Bake for six minutes.
For The Cinnamon Sugar
STEP ONE: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
STEP TWO: Spray each donut with oil as you take them out of the air fryer.
STEP THREE: With a fork, pick up each donut and spray it with oil. Place each donut one at a time in the cinnamon sugar.
Turn the donut over a few times until it is completely covered with the sugar.
STEP FOUR: You can serve immediately.
How To Serve
These air fryer donuts with biscuits are delicious eaten warm or cold, and make the perfect treat for an easy breakfast surprise.
Some great accompaniments include a rich hot chocolate or a creamy double chocolate chip frappuccino to bring out the sweetness of the donut.
You could also try a freshly brewed cup of coffee or tea for guests to enjoy. If you’re feeling extra indulgent, why not pair your air fryer donuts with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or even fresh fruit?
Check out our air fryer cake and air cinnamon rolls for even more easy recipes for sweet treats.
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Storage
Here’s a guide on how to store your air-fryer donuts, ensuring they remain as delightful as when you first made them.
IN THE FRIDGE: It is best to store these delicious donuts in an airtight container in the fridge for one to two days.
IN THE FREEZER: You can freeze the donuts, but only freeze them before putting the cinnamon sugar coating on.
Store them in an airtight container for up to three months in the freezer labeled with a use-by date.
Skip the donut shop and whip up these easy air fryer donuts right in your own kitchen. The prep time is so quick that you will be enjoying a sweet and soft donut for a delicious breakfast in no time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I freeze this air fryer donut recipe?
This easy treat can be frozen for up to three months without the cinnamon sugar coating. It is best to wait to coat the donuts until you are ready to serve them.
I don’t have a cookie cutter to cut the hole in the donuts; what else can I use?
If you don’t have a cookie cutter that is the right size, you could use a bottle cap, the wide end of a frosting tip, or even your hands to cut a hole in the middle of the biscuit dough.
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Air Fryer Donuts
These sweet, cinnamon sugar air fryer donuts take the mess out of making a breakfast treat that will surely be a hit with the entire family.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Servings 10
Ingredients
- 1 can grands buttermilk biscuits, 10 count
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
Cinnamon Sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1½ teaspoons cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 300°F.
- Open the can of biscuits, separate them and lay them on some parchment paper so they don’t stick to the countertop.
- With a 1-inch cookie cutter or the wide end of a frosting tip, cut a hole in the center of each biscuit.
- With your hands smooth around the edges to make an even donut shape.
- Brush the melted butter over each donut.
- Spray the inside of the air fryer before placing the donuts in. Leave space between each donut and bake in a single layer
- Bake for 6 minutes.
Cinnamon Sugar
- In a medium-sized bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Spray each donut with oil as you take them out of the air fryer.
- With a fork, pick up each donut and spray with oil. Place each donut one at a time in the cinnamon sugar. Turn the donut over a few times until it is completely covered with the sugar.
- You can serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 73mg | Potassium: 8mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 70IU | Calcium: 3mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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Comments
Phyllis Ferrel says
What a easy and perfect surprise as our “breakfast dessert.” 😋
The recipe was so easy to follow. We are new to our air fryer. They tasted great and will be sharing the recipe. Many thanks.
Lori Baumgardner says
They all look delicious and very easy. Thanks for sharing I will be trying alot of them!
Phyllis Ferrel says
Hmm. We would love these with Salted Carmel hot chocolate with whip cream. OH, SO YUMMY! 😋
Andrea says
I would for sure pair these with a cup of chilled coffee…sounds like a winning combination to me.
Victoria says
These look delicious!!
I think I would glaze some but also use the cinnamon sugar to dust some of them.
Thank you😊
Diane says
I would serve this with a good cup of coffee.
Diana Smith says
This recipe sounds good. I’ve deep fried donuts before but it is messy and it takes a lot of time. I might actually try this recipe today. Thank you!
Dianne Paxton says
I would pair thesdonuts with hot chocolate.
Linzie says
I love a regular glaze donut but my daughter loves maple. Will be trying that soon!!!
Karen says
I would douse these donuts with cinnamon sugar, and eat them with coffee!
Janice says
I used a chocolate glaze & had it with peanut butter hot chocolate. Delicious!
Debbie Long says
I love your glaze, a good cup of coffee with a scoop of ice cream !!!
Debbie Long says
I think your glaze sounds perfect with a good cup of coffeeand big scoop of ice cream !!!
Melissa Esparza says
I used chocolate glaze & had it with blueberry coffee! So yummy 🙂
Shaunda Snider says
I would not pair the donuts with hot chocolate or coffee but…a Diet Coke! Lol.
Judi Hayes says
These are perfect especially during my MN Winter when I don’t want to go out to a donut shop or store!! I love them with a hot cup of coffee!
Teresa Gerber says
Would definitely have with a cup of coffee:)!!
Maureen says
These sound like the perfect easy go to breakfast. Would like a chocolate glaze. Since we are not coffee drinkers we would love them with hot chocolate on a chilly morning.
Looks like we will be eating donuts for breakfast real soon.
mary avey says
Hi, just a suggestion for the glaze, I would add a little marachino juice to make it a cherry flavor or a little maple flavoring to the vanilla glaze. you could also make little donut holes and place them on top of ice cream. love this recipe , thanks for sharing
Eva Giesbrecht says
Yes I would serve the recipe with a scoop of ice cream.
Barb Duke says
I think these donuts would be wonderful with a strawberry or lemon glaze. Serve them with a nice steamy cup of hot cocoa, or hot coffee. Not sure that I would put ice cream on them unless I planned them for a dessert, then depending on the glaze as to what flavor of ice cream.
These look absolutely delicious and easy.
Gayle says
Flaky donut. Somewhat of a purist for the glaze. Vanilla is a clean flavor. I did make two glazes by dividing it & then added 3/4 tsp vanilla to one part and 1/4 tsp lemon to second glaze.
Debbie says
Excellent recipe, only thing I would change is instead of water in glaze, I would use milk
paired with hot chocolate or coffee would be a good fresh breakfast
Gabriela B. says
Would you change the flavor of the glaze of these air fryer donuts? If so, what flavor would you choose?
– Mixed Berry