Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes Easy Homemade Recipe
These crispy air fryer cinnamon sugar donut holes are a quick, satisfying treat with a crunchy exterior and soft, fluffy inside. Perfect for a late-night snack or Sunday brunch, they come together in under 20 minutes using simple pantry ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 15-18 donut holes (about 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup (120 ml) milk, whole or 2%
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (28 g) melted butter
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup (65 g) granulated sugar (for coating)
- Cooking spray or oil (for air fryer basket)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and let it warm up for 3-5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, stir together the milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and stir gently until just combined. If the dough feels too wet, sprinkle a little more flour.
- Form the dough into 1-inch balls using a small cookie scoop or your hands, about 15-18 pieces. Lightly flour hands if dough sticks.
- Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Place the donut holes in a single layer in the basket, leaving space between each. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown and crispy.
- While cooking, combine ground cinnamon and granulated sugar in a bowl for the coating.
- Toss the warm donut holes in the cinnamon sugar mixture using tongs until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor. Keep multiple batches warm in a low oven at 200°F (95°C) if needed.
Notes
Do not overmix the dough to avoid tough donut holes. Keep dough cool if kitchen is warm. Use oil sparingly to maintain crispiness. Flip donut holes halfway through cooking for even browning. Toss donut holes in cinnamon sugar while warm for best coating. Adjust cooking time based on air fryer size and model.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3-4 donut holes
- Calories: 180210
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 3.5
- Carbohydrates: 28
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 3
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