Best 3 Air Fryer Donut Holes Recipes

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Donut holes, also known as doughnut holes or donut bites, are delightful morsels of dough, deep-fried and coated in sugar or glaze. They are a popular treat enjoyed by people of all ages, often served at parties, gatherings, and as a sweet snack. These bite-sized treats are also a great way to use up leftover donut dough. In this article, we present two delectable recipes for making donut holes in the air fryer, a healthier alternative to deep-frying. The first recipe is a classic donut hole recipe, while the second incorporates a sweet and tangy lemon glaze, adding a burst of citrusy flavor to the donut holes. Both recipes are easy to follow and result in light, fluffy, and irresistibly delicious donut holes that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE AIR FRYER DOUGHNUT HOLES



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Homemade Air Fryer Doughnut Holes are delicious, whether for dessert or breakfast. Rolled in cinnamon sugar, they are a decadent family treat.

Provided by Lori Vachon

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 Tablespoons butter, melted (OPTIONAL)
1/2 cup milk, warmed to 100-110 degrees F
2 Tablespoons granulated sugar
1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
3 Tablespoons butter, melted
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups all purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • For the doughnut holes:Combine the milk, sugar, and yeast in a large bowl. Allow the mixture to sit for 5 minutes, or until the yeast becomes foamy on top. Add the melted butter, egg, and vanilla. Whisk to combine. Add the flour and cinnamon and stir until the shaggy dough forms Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently until a smooth dough forms--about 2-3 minutes. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl and set it in a warm spot to rise until doubled in size--about 2 hours. Once the dough has risen, place it on a lightly floured surface (don't punch it down) and cut it into 20 small pieces. Shape the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet to rise for another 45 minutes. Once the dough has risen slightly, place a few doughnut holes in the air fryer and cook at 375Ffor 6-8 minutes, or until they're golden brown on the outside. Repeat with the remaining doughnut holes For the Cinnamon Sugar: Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a large bowl. If you like a thin coating of cinnamon sugar, roll the hot doughnuts in the cinnamon sugar immediately when they come out of the air fryer. If you like a thick coating of cinnamon sugar, roll the doughnut holes in melted butter before adding them to the cinnamon sugar.

AIR FRYER DONUT HOLES WITH LEMON GLAZE



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Air fryer donut holes allow you to enjoy the occasional sweet treat without the guilt and excess oil. Mildly flavored and slightly cakey. Best consumed while warm.

Provided by Bren

Categories     Bread     Pastries     Doughnuts

Time 30m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt
4 tablespoons cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
¼ cup whole milk, or more as needed
1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
cooking spray
5 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a bowl. Add butter and use a fork or pastry cutter to work butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse cornmeal.
  • Pour in milk and vanilla and combine until liquid is evenly distributed. Add additional milk, 1 tablespoon at a time, if dough does not come together. Knead dough for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Preheat an air fryer to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Divide dough into 12 equal portions and set 6 portions into the basket without touching. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Air fry for 5 minutes, lightly spray again, then fry for an additional 2 minutes. Transfer donut holes to a wire rack and repeat with remaining 6 portions.
  • Stir confectioners' sugar and lemon juice together in a very small bowl until well mixed. Drizzle lemon glaze over the donut holes and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 106.5 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 10.7 mg, Fat 4.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 92 mg, Sugar 5.5 g

AIR-FRYER MINI NUTELLA DOUGHNUT HOLES



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You can make these air-fryer doughnuts in advance and refrigerate them before frying. Just be sure to bring the dough to room temperature before frying. -Renee Greene, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 35m

Yield 32 doughnuts.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large egg
1 tablespoon water
1 tube (16.3 ounces) large refrigerated flaky biscuits (8 count)
2/3 cup Nutella
Confectioners' sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 300°. Whisk egg with water. On a lightly floured surface, roll each biscuit into a 6-in. circle; cut each into 4 wedges. Brush lightly with egg mixture; top each wedge with 1 teaspoon Nutella. Bring up corners over filling; pinch edges firmly to seal., In batches, arrange biscuits in a single layer on ungreased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 8-10 minutes, turning once. Dust with confectioners' sugar; serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 119mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality donut mix. This will ensure that your donut holes turn out light and fluffy.
  • Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the donut holes tough.
  • Use a piping bag to fill the donut holes. This will help you get a consistent size and shape.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. This will prevent the donut holes from cooking evenly.
  • Cook the donut holes until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Dust the donut holes with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar while they are still warm. This will give them a delicious coating.

Conclusion:

Air fryer donut holes are a quick and easy way to enjoy a delicious treat. They are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a snack. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious donut holes that the whole family will love. So next time you're craving a donut, try making them in your air fryer. You won't be disappointed!

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