Description
These air fryer donuts are soft, fluffy, and perfectly golden with a light crisp exterior. They’re quick to make, healthier than traditional fried donuts, and perfect for a sweet treat anytime without the mess of deep frying.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup milk
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For Coating
- ¼ cup melted butter
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to ensure these ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft, pliable dough forms that is not too sticky.
- Shape Donuts: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ½ inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one large and one small) to cut out donut shapes.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 180°C (350°F) and allow it to preheat for a few minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Air Fry Donuts: Place the cut donuts carefully in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them to allow proper air circulation. Cook for 6 to 8 minutes until they turn golden and puffed up.
- Coat Donuts: Immediately brush the hot donuts with melted butter, then dip or sprinkle them with the cinnamon sugar mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve Warm: Enjoy the donuts while warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use biscuit dough as a shortcut if you want to save time.
- For a different finish, substitute the cinnamon sugar coating with a glaze or icing of your choice.
- These donuts are best eaten fresh and warm but can be stored in an airtight container for a day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
