Air Fryer Donuts
Pillowy-soft donuts with a light glaze, made in minutes without deep frying. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a weekend treat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 8
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 3g
Ingredients
- 1 can canned biscuit dough (8-count can)
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 spray bottle cooking spray
Instructions
- 1
Preheat air fryer to 350°F for 2 minutes.
- 2
Separate each biscuit and flatten into a disk about 1/4 inch thick.
- 3
Using a small round cutter or shot glass, cut a hole from the center of each biscuit.
- 4
Mix cinnamon and granulated sugar in a small bowl.
- 5
Lightly spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange 4 donuts in a single layer.
- 6
Air fry for 5–6 minutes until golden brown on top and edges look crispy.
- 7
Transfer to a wire rack. Repeat with remaining 4 donuts.
- 8
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth and pourable.
- 9
While donuts are still warm, brush melted butter over each, then dip in cinnamon sugar or drizzle with glaze.
- 10
Let cool 2 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- air fryer
- small round cutter or shot glass
- small bowl
- whisk
- wire rack
- pastry brush
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