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Amazing Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts: 4 Tips

Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
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Make soft, oil-free donuts using your air fryer. These cinnamon sugar delights bring back happy memories with every bite. We share simple tips for the perfect rise.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar plus more for coating
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon plus more for coating
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy works)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter or oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter (for coating donuts after cooking)

Instructions

  1. Whisk together the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon in a bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix the milk, egg, melted butter/oil, and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix gently until just combined. Do not overmix. The dough will be sticky.
  4. Lightly flour a clean surface. Turn the dough out. Gently pat or roll the dough to about 1/2 inch thickness.
  5. Use a donut cutter or two different-sized round cutters to cut out the donuts and donut holes.
  6. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Lightly grease the air fryer basket. Place the donut cutouts in the basket in a single layer, making sure they do not touch. You will need to cook in batches.
  8. Air fry for 4 to 6 minutes, flipping halfway through. They should look lightly golden brown.
  9. While the donuts cook, mix extra cinnamon and sugar for coating in a shallow dish.
  10. Brush the hot donuts immediately with the 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  11. Toss the buttered donuts in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully coated. Serve warm.

Notes

  • For a better rise, do not overmix the dough. Mix only until the dry streaks disappear.
  • If your dough is too sticky to handle, chill it for 10 minutes before cutting.
  • To make donut holes, use the center piece you cut out. They cook slightly faster.
  • If you skip the butter coating, the cinnamon sugar will not stick well to the cooked donuts.

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