September 19, 2023
Review RecipeAir Fryer Donuts
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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 stacked on top of each other with a bite taken out of the top donut](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Hero1-1.jpg)
Air Fryer Donuts Ingredients
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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.
![cut a hole out in the center of each biscuit](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Step1.jpg)
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.
![bake donuts in the air fryer](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Step2.jpg)
For The Cinnamon Sugar
STEP ONE: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
![sugar, cinnamon, and salt combined in a bowl](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Step3-1.jpg)
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.
![donut dipped into the bowl of cinnamon sugar](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Step4-1.jpg)
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.
![overhead shot of a plate of Air Fryer Donuts](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Hero2-1.jpg)
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
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.
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 stacked on top of each other with a bite taken out of the top donut](https://spaceshipsandlaserbeams.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Air-Fryer-Donuts-Recipe-Card-1-268x268.jpg)
Air Fryer Donuts
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.
Comments
Phyllis Ferrel says
What a easy and perfect surprise as our “breakfast dessert.” ๐
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! ๐
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 you๐
Diane says
I would serve this with a good cup of coffee.
Diana Smith says
This recipe sounds good. Iโve 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!