Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts (Printable Version)

Fluffy donuts made from biscuit dough, air-fried until golden and coated in cinnamon sugar. A quick, irresistible treat ready in 18 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (16 oz / 450 g) refrigerated biscuit dough (8 biscuits)

→ Coating

02 - 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
03 - 1/2 cup (100 g) granulated sugar
04 - 1 tbsp ground cinnamon

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
02 - Remove the biscuits from the can. Using a small round cutter or bottle cap, cut out the center of each biscuit to form a donut shape; reserve the centers for donut holes if desired.
03 - Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
04 - Arrange the donut shapes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch. (You may need to cook in batches.)
05 - Air fry for 5–6 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden brown and puffed.
06 - While the donuts are cooking, mix the sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl.
07 - Immediately after air frying, brush each donut with melted butter, then toss in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
08 - Repeat with remaining dough and centers for donut holes, reducing cook time for holes to about 3–4 minutes.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • These donuts come together in less than 20 minutes, so you can satisfy that sweet craving without planning ahead.
  • The air fryer creates that perfect golden exterior while keeping the inside pillowy soft, giving you bakery-quality results without the mess of deep frying.
02 -
  • Working quickly is crucial, as the cinnamon sugar adheres much better when the donuts are still hot from the fryer.
  • Different brands of biscuit dough can vary dramatically in cooking time, so watch your first batch closely instead of relying solely on the timer.
03 -
  • If your kitchen scissors are clean, use them to cut the centers instead of a round cutter for a quicker prep with less waste.
  • A silicone pastry brush distributes the butter more evenly than a traditional bristle brush, creating a more consistent coating.
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