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Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Easy Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts are a lighter version of the traditional fried donuts, featuring a soft and fluffy dough coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture. Ideal as a breakfast treat or a sweet snack, these donuts are simple to prepare and highly satisfying.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12 donuts
Calories 208 kcal

Equipment

  • Air-fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • Donut Cutter
  • Pastry brush
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 350°F.
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  • In another bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
  • Turn the dough onto a floured surface and roll out to ½ inch thickness.
  • Use a donut cutter to cut out the donuts. Re-roll the dough as needed.
  • Place the donuts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  • While the donuts cook, mix the cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl.
  • Once the donuts are done, brush them with melted butter and coat them in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For a more decadent treat, drizzle with a simple glaze after coating with cinnamon sugar.
  • Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
  • Reheat donuts in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to maintain their fluffiness before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 208kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 132mgPotassium: 56mgFiber: 1gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 221IUVitamin C: 0.02mgCalcium: 72mgIron: 1mg
Keyword air fryer recipes, breakfast ideas, dessert, donuts
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