Air Fryer Donuts
Ready in about 21 minutes.
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Light, fluffy donuts made from tinned biscuit dough or homemade dough, coated in cinnamon sugar. Ready in minutes, no deep fryer.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 1 tin refrigerated biscuit dough (or homemade dough)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 100 g caster sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- Cooking spray
Method
- 1Separate the dough and cut a hole in the centre of each round.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 175°C / 350°F and spray the basket.
- 3Arrange the donuts in a single layer, not touching.
- 4Air fry for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and puffed.
- 5Brush with melted butter and toss in the cinnamon sugar.
Tips for the best results
- Do not crowd the basket - the donuts expand as they cook.
- Coat in cinnamon sugar while still warm so it sticks.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer donuts steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer donuts?
A typical starting point is 175°C / 350°F for 5-6 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer donuts ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer donuts serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.