Description
Craving a quick and easy dessert? These air fryer cinnamon sugar donut holes are perfectly crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and bursting with warm cinnamon flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dessert is ideal for satisfying your sweet tooth with minimal effort and no deep frying.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (plus more for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Coating:
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
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Prepare the dough:
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract, stirring until a soft dough forms. Avoid overmixing. -
Shape the donut holes:
Scoop out small portions of dough (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into smooth balls using your hands. -
Preheat the air fryer:
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes. Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or a small amount of oil to prevent sticking. -
Air fry the donut holes:
Place the dough balls in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between them for even cooking. Air fry for 6-8 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown. -
Prepare the coating:
In a shallow bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together. -
Coat the donut holes:
Brush the warm donut holes lightly with melted butter, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated. -
Serve and enjoy:
Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor. These are delicious on their own or paired with a simple glaze or dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a healthier option, skip the butter coating and simply dust the donut holes with cinnamon sugar.
- You can substitute whole wheat flour for a slightly denser but wholesome version.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, and reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 donut holes
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: air fryer dessert, donut holes, cinnamon sugar, quick dessert, easy dessert