1-Minute Air Fryer Donuts (Printable Version)

Fluffy, golden donuts air-fried from biscuit dough and coated in cinnamon sugar, ready in under 10 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Donuts

01 - 1 can (16 oz) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)
02 - Nonstick cooking spray

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

03 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
05 - 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (60 g)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Set the air fryer to 350°F and preheat for 3 minutes.
02 - Separate biscuit dough into 8 pieces. Cut a 1-inch diameter hole in the center of each biscuit to form donut shapes. Reserve holes for donut holes if desired.
03 - Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
04 - Place donuts in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook for 3-4 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and puffed. Cook in batches if necessary.
05 - Combine sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl to create the coating mixture.
06 - Brush cooked donuts with melted butter immediately, then toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated.
07 - Enjoy the donuts fresh and warm. Repeat the frying and coating process with remaining dough and donut holes.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • They're genuinely done in under 10 minutes, which means you can satisfy a donut craving without any real planning or stress.
  • Using biscuit dough feels like a secret—it gets you that fluffy, tender crumb without the fussing around with yeast or proofing.
  • The air fryer keeps your kitchen cool and grease-free while delivering that perfect golden exterior.
02 -
  • Coat them immediately while hot; waiting even a few minutes means the butter won't adhere as well and the sugar won't stick the same way.
  • Don't skip flipping halfway through, even though it seems fussy—it's the difference between golden and unevenly cooked.
  • These are best eaten the same day, but if you must store them, an airtight container keeps them decent for one day without drying out completely.
03 -
  • If your biscuit dough has been in the fridge for a few days, let the can sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before opening—it opens easier and the dough is more forgiving to work with.
  • The donut holes cook faster than the full donuts; if you're making them too, add them for the last 2 minutes of cooking time so everything finishes together.
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