Air Fryer Donuts
Air Fryer Donuts (Soft, Fluffy & Made Without Frying!)
If you’ve ever dreamed of warm, bakery-style donuts made right at home without deep frying, these Air Fryer Donuts are about to become your new favorite treat. They’re soft and fluffy on the inside, lightly golden on the outside, and finished with a classic sugar coating that tastes just like a fresh donut shop donut.
The best part? No hot oil, no mess, and no stress—just simple ingredients and your air fryer.
⭐ Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Donuts
- No deep frying required
- Soft, fluffy, and tender texture
- Ready in under 20 minutes
- Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or brunch
- Kid-friendly and fun to make
- Easy to customize with glazes or toppings
They’re proof that homemade donuts don’t have to be complicated.
🧂 Ingredients
- Refrigerated biscuit dough (homestyle or buttermilk works best)
- Cooking spray
- Melted butter
- Granulated sugar
Optional toppings:
Cinnamon sugar, powdered sugar, vanilla glaze, chocolate glaze, or sprinkles
🔥 How to Make Donuts in the Air Fryer
Step 1: Shape the Donuts
Separate biscuit dough and use a small round cutter (or bottle cap) to cut a hole in the center of each biscuit, forming donut shapes.
Set donut holes aside—they cook perfectly too!
Step 2: Prepare the Air Fryer
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray or line with parchment made for air fryers.
Place donuts in a single layer, leaving space between each one.
Step 3: Air Fry
Set air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Air fry donuts for 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway, until:
- Light golden brown
- Puffy and cooked through
Cooking time may vary depending on your air fryer model.
Step 4: Coat with Sugar
Brush warm donuts with melted butter, then roll immediately in granulated sugar (or cinnamon sugar).
For glazed donuts, let them cool slightly before dipping.
🔥 Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Donuts
- Don’t overcrowd the basket
- Flip halfway for even browning
- Brush with butter while warm so sugar sticks
- Use parchment with holes to prevent sticking
- Check early—air fryers cook fast
