These cinnamon sugar air fryer donuts turn refrigerated biscuit dough into a warm, golden dessert in minutes. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (177°C), then cook the donuts for 5 to 7 minutes, flipping halfway through. A quick dip in melted butter helps the sweet cinnamon coating cling to every bite. If you’re looking for easy air fryer donut recipes with minimal prep, this is a great place to start.
Ingredients
- 1 can (16.3 ounces) refrigerated homestyle biscuit dough, 8 biscuits
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Nonstick cooking spray
You will also need a 1-inch round cutter or another small tool for cutting out the donut holes.
How To Make It
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (177°C) for 3 minutes. Lightly coat the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
Separate the biscuit dough into individual biscuits. Use a small round cutter to remove the center of each biscuit, saving the cutouts to make donut holes.
Arrange the donuts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between them for airflow. Depending on the size of your air fryer, work in batches.
Air fry for 5 to 7 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the donuts are puffed and golden brown. Cook the donut holes separately for 3 to 5 minutes, flipping halfway through.
While the donuts cook, stir the granulated sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl. Transfer the warm donuts to a plate. Brush both sides generously with melted butter, then dip or toss them in the cinnamon sugar until evenly coated. Serve immediately while warm.
Tips
- Check the first batch early because air fryer models can cook at different speeds.
- Leave room around each donut rather than crowding the basket; good airflow promotes even browning.
- If the dough feels sticky, dust the cutter lightly with flour before cutting the centers.
- Coat the donuts while they are still warm so the cinnamon sugar adheres well.
- For an extra dessert-like finish, serve them with chocolate sauce, caramel sauce, or a simple powdered sugar glaze.
- These donuts are best fresh, but leftovers can be reheated at 300°F (149°C) for 1 to 2 minutes.
Warm, buttery, and coated in cinnamon sugar, these quick air fryer donuts are an easy treat for breakfast or dessert.
