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Air Fryer Donuts Recipe

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  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 8 donuts
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Air Fryer Donuts recipe offers a quick and delightful way to enjoy homemade donuts with a crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior. Coated with a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture, these donuts are perfect for a sweet breakfast treat or an afternoon snack. Using refrigerated biscuit dough and an air fryer makes the process simple and fast, delivering delicious results without deep frying.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • ¾ cup granulated sugar (150 grams)
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon (6 grams)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Main Dough

  • 12 ounces refrigerated jumbo biscuits (340 grams, about 1 can)

For Coating

  • 4 tablespoons salted butter (57 grams, ½ stick)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Mix: In a large shallow bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and ground nutmeg until well combined. Set this mixture aside for coating the donuts later.
  2. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F (about 175°C) and allow it to preheat as you prepare the donuts.
  3. Prepare the Dough: Separate each biscuit from the refrigerated dough can and place them on a clean work surface. Using a rolling pin, roll each biscuit out to approximately 1 inch thickness. Then, use a biscuit cutter or donut cutter to punch a 1-inch hole in the center of each biscuit, creating the classic donut shape.
  4. Prepare Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  5. Arrange Donuts for Cooking: Place the cut donut shapes in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, making sure to leave some space between each donut. If all donuts don’t fit at once, plan to cook them in batches for even cooking.
  6. Air Fry the Donuts: Cook the donuts at 350°F for 4 to 5 minutes, or until they turn golden brown on all sides. The donuts should be cooked through and have a slightly crisp exterior.
  7. Melt the Butter: While the donuts are cooking, put the salted butter in a shallow microwave-safe bowl. Heat in 30-second increments until completely melted, stirring between intervals if needed.
  8. Coat the Donuts: Remove the cooked donuts from the air fryer. Immediately dip each donut into the melted butter, making sure both sides are fully coated. Then, generously roll or sprinkle the donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring even coverage.
  9. Serve: Serve the donuts warm for the best taste and texture. Enjoy your quick and delicious air fryer donuts!

Notes

  • If you don’t have a donut cutter, you can use two different-sized biscuit cutters or glass cups to create the donut shape.
  • Make sure to work quickly when dipping the donuts in butter and sugar to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • You can keep leftover donuts fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day and reheat briefly in the air fryer to restore crispiness.
  • For a chocolate twist, sprinkle cocoa powder into the cinnamon sugar mixture or drizzle melted chocolate over the finished donuts.
  • Adjust sugar and spices to your taste preference for a milder or stronger cinnamon flavor.

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