Description
These quick and easy air fryer donuts are soft, fluffy, and coated in sweet cinnamon sugar. Made with biscuit dough, they require no deep frying and are ready in just 10 minutes—a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
Optional Toppings:
- Melted chocolate
- Caramel drizzle
- Powdered sugar glaze (1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp milk)
- Sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare dough: Separate biscuits and cut out center holes using a cookie cutter or bottle cap. Save donut holes for frying.
- Air fry: Place donuts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
- Coat with cinnamon sugar: While warm, brush donuts with melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Serve & enjoy: Eat plain or add toppings like melted chocolate, caramel drizzle, or powdered sugar glaze.
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer; cook in batches if needed.
- For extra crispiness, air fry donut holes for 2-3 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5-6 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American