Air Fryer Donuts: Discover the Healthier Sweet Treat!
Air Fryer Donuts are a healthier alternative to traditional fried donuts, offering a delicious sweet treat with less oil and fewer calories.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag and pipe the donuts into the air fryer basket.
- Air fry the donuts for 5-7 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let the donuts cool slightly before glazing or dusting with powdered sugar.
Notes
- For a chocolate glaze, melt chocolate chips and dip the cooled donuts.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Experiment with different toppings like sprinkles or nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg