Introduction

These easy air fryer donuts are a quick and delicious treat you can make at home in minutes. Using canned jumbo biscuits, cinnamon, sugar, and butter, you can enjoy warm, fluffy donuts without the hassle of frying in oil.

A white plate holds five cinnamon sugar donuts that are golden brown with a slightly rough texture from the sugar coating. Each donut has a thick, round shape with a distinct hole in the center. The sugar crystals glisten slightly and cover the entire surface, adding a grainy look. The plate is set on a white cloth, which lies on a wooden surface, with blurred cinnamon sticks visible in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 can jumbo biscuits (such as Pillsbury Grands)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
5 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3 minutes.
Step 2: Separate the biscuits and use a small round cutter or the back of a piping tip to cut out the centers, creating donut shapes.
Step 3: Place the donut rings and centers in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 5 to 6 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 4: While the donuts cook, combine the sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Step 5: Once donuts are done, immediately brush them with melted butter, then toss them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until well coated.
Step 6: Serve warm and enjoy your homemade air fryer donuts!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin spice to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Try dipping the donuts in glaze or chocolate sauce instead of cinnamon sugar.
If you don’t have a cutter, carefully cut the centers with a sharp knife.

Storage

Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them in the air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for 2 to 3 minutes to regain crispiness.

How to Serve

A white plate holds five cinnamon sugar doughnuts that are golden brown with a slightly rough texture from the sugar coating. Each doughnut has one visible hole in the center, and the sugar granules vary in size, clinging unevenly on the surface. The doughnuts rest on a white cloth over a wooden table, with cinnamon sticks blurred in the white marbled textured background. The lighting highlights the soft, fried dough texture and sugar crystals on the doughnuts' surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use different biscuit brands for this recipe?

Yes, any canned jumbo biscuit dough works well for this recipe. Just make sure they’re thick enough to hold their shape when air fried.

Can I make these donuts without an air fryer?

Yes, you can bake the biscuit donuts in a conventional oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 8-10 minutes, then proceed with butter and cinnamon sugar coating.

Easy Air Fryer Donuts Recipe

Print Recipe

★★★★★

4.6 from 350 reviews

Enjoy a quick and delightful treat with these Easy Air Fryer Donuts made from jumbo biscuit dough. They’re perfectly golden, crisp on the outside, and soft on the inside. Coated in a buttery cinnamon sugar mixture, these donuts take just minutes to prepare and make a perfect snack or breakfast indulgence using your air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic favorite.

Author: Tara
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Total Time: 11 minutes
Yield: 6 donuts 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

Donut Dough

1 can Jumbo Biscuits (like Pillsbury Grands)

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 Tablespoon ground cinnamon

Butter

5 Tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions

Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a shallow bowl, combine 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon and mix thoroughly. Set aside for coating the donuts later.
Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3-5 minutes to ensure even cooking.
Shape the Donuts: Open the can of jumbo biscuits and separate each biscuit carefully. Using a small round cutter or the small end of a piping tip, cut a hole in the center of each biscuit to form the donut shape.
Air Fry the Donuts: Place the biscuits in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch for even cooking. Air fry at 350°F for 5-6 minutes until they turn golden brown and puffed up. You may need to cook in batches depending on your air fryer size.
Brush with Butter: Remove the donuts from the air fryer and immediately brush them generously with the melted butter to ensure the cinnamon sugar sticks well.
Coat with Cinnamon Sugar: Dip each buttered donut into the cinnamon sugar mixture or sprinkle the mixture over the donuts until fully coated.
Serve and Enjoy: Allow the donuts to cool slightly and serve warm for the best taste and texture.

Notes

Use jumbo biscuits for larger, fluffy donuts; smaller biscuits can be used but may require less cooking time.
Ensure the air fryer is preheated to get the best crispy exterior.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow hot air to circulate properly.
If you don’t have a small cutter, you can carefully poke a hole with the back of a piping tip or a small bottle cap.
These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be reheated briefly in the air fryer.

Keywords: air fryer donuts, easy donuts, cinnamon sugar donuts, biscuit donuts, quick breakfast, air fryer recipes