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    Home » Updates » Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

    Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

    Published: May 10, 2022 · Modified: May 11, 2022 by Vicky

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    I love donuts, but don't often have the time to make them from scratch. Not to mention the fact that deep frying donuts isn't exactly the best for you. Luckily, making easy air fryer donuts using biscuit dough could not be easier or more tasty! These Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts can be made using just 4 ingredients and they are better for you than traditional donuts.

    cinnamon sugar donuts

    Jump to:
    • Why you'll love this air fryer donut recipe
    • Ingredients
    • How to make air fryer cinnamon sugar donuts
    • Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts
    • Frequently asked questions
    • How to make meal planning easy
    • Related posts

    Why you'll love this air fryer donut recipe

    • Air fryer doughnuts are better for you than fried donuts
    • Kids love them!
    • As good as donuts you'd get from your favorite donut shop
    powdered sugar donuts and cinnamon sugar donuts

    Ingredients

    • biscuit dough (like Pillsbury Grands)
    • sugar
    • cinnamon
    • butter
    • powdered sugar (optional for powdered sugar donuts)
    ingredients to make air fryer donuts

    How to make air fryer cinnamon sugar donuts

    cinnamon sugar donuts

    Preheat air fryer to 350 degrees.

    Remove the biscuits from the tube and separate them.

    biscuit dough on a cutting board

    Cut the center out of each biscuit using a 1 inch circular cookie cutter. Set aside the holes that have been cut out. If you don't have a round cookie cutter, you can also use a bottle cap that is about 1 inch wide.

    donut dough

    Spray the tray of the air fryer with air fryer safe cooking spray (like this coconut oil spray) and place the donuts on the tray.

    donut dough on pan

    Air fry the doughnuts for 5 minutes until they are golden brown. Remove the donuts from the air fryer and place on a plate.

    baked donuts

    In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar. Set aside.

    cinnamon sugar in a bowl

    Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl.
    Brush the tops and bottoms of the doughnuts with the melted butter, using a pastry brush.

    brushing melted butter on a donut

    Dip the butter covered donut into the bowl with cinnamon sugar mixture, until it is completely covered.

    baked donut in a bowl of cinnamon sugar

    Cinnamon sugar air fryer donuts are best served warm.

    If you want powdered sugar covered donuts, follow the same steps, but dip in a bowl of confectioner's sugar.

    baked donut in a bowl of powdered sugar

    At this point, you can also make donut holes. Remember the insides of the biscuits you set aside? Roll them into balls and place them in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350 degrees. Follow the directions above to coat them with sugar.

    stack of cinnamon sugar donuts

    Enjoy the fresh, warm taste of these air fryer doughnuts with your favorite toppings.

    Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

    Air fryer biscuit donuts are the perfect way to make quick, easy and better-for-you homemade donuts in the air fryer. These donuts are ready in 5 minutes!
    5 from 6 votes
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    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: air fryer biscuit donuts
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 124kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Ingredients

    • 1 can Jumbo Flaky Biscuits
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
    • 5 tablespoon butter melted

    Instructions

    • Preheat air fryer to 350 degrees.
    • Remove the biscuits from the tube and separate them.
    • Cut the center out of each biscuit using a 1 inch circular cookie cutter. Set aside the holes that have been cut out.
    • Spray the tray of the air fryer with air fryer safe cooking spray and place the donuts on the tray.
    • Bake the doughnuts for 5 minutes until they are golden brown. Remove the donuts from the air fryer and place on a plate.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar. Set aside.
    • Melt the butter in a microwave safe bowl. Brush the tops and bottoms of the doughnuts with the butter, using a pastry brush.
    • Dip the butter covered donut into the bowl with cinnamon and sugar, until it is completely covered.
    • Donuts are best served warm.
    • If you want powdered sugar covered donuts, follow the same steps, but dip in a bowl of confectioner's sugar.
    • At this point you can also make donut holes by placing insides of the biscuits you set aside in the air fryer for 5-7 minutes at 350 degrees. Follow the directions above to coat them with sugar.

    Notes

    Remember the insides of the biscuits you set aside? You can make donuts holes out of them. Roll them into balls and place them in the air fryer for 3-5 minutes at 350 degrees. Follow the directions above to coat them with sugar.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 88mg | Potassium: 12mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 220IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg

    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors. 

    powdered sugar donuts

    Frequently asked questions

    What can I use to top these air fryer donuts?

    You can top these donuts with frosting, glaze, or sprinkles, but I prefer the cinnamon sugar topping pictured above.

    How do I store these homemade donuts?

    You can store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

    How to make meal planning easy

    Have you heard about Eat At Home Meal Plans? If the cost of eating out or the decision of what to make for dinner each night is stressing you out, then you must try these. When you sign up, you get access to four separate meal plans each month (Traditional, Wholesome Traditional, Slow Cooker, and No Flour/No Sugar). All you do is print the plans, color-coded grocery lists, and recipes you want for that month. Don't worry, there are lots of options, so even picky eaters will find something they like.

    Then when it is time for dinner, make that night’s recipe (choices include make-ahead, freezer meals, slow-cooker recipes, and other time-saving strategies).

    That's it! Dinner is on the table and you can enjoy a home cooked meal with the family – without the stress!

    We all have more important things to do than meal planning. Let someone else do it for you with Eat At Home Meal Plans. Monthly, quarterly and annual plans are available.

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    1. Suja md

      May 10, 2022 at 11:50 am

      5 stars
      Every bite does indeed look amazing! All of the flavors are incredible. And I love these vibrant colors.

    2. Andrea

      May 10, 2022 at 12:24 pm

      5 stars
      These look so easy. I know my kids will enjoy making them. Thank you!

    3. Juliane

      May 10, 2022 at 12:45 pm

      5 stars
      This will be my brother's favorite, that's for sure!

    4. Tayler Ross

      May 10, 2022 at 12:53 pm

      5 stars
      I love how easy these are! My kids love donuts, so we will be making these all the time!

    5. Amanda | The Kitcheneer

      May 10, 2022 at 12:54 pm

      5 stars
      My younger brother will love these! Thank you for making an easy make at home donut recipe!

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