air fryer donuts biscuits
These air fryer donut biscuits are a delightful combination of fluffy biscuits and sweet donuts, perfect for breakfast or dessert. They are quick to prepare and cook, making them a great treat any time of day.
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
- 2 mixing bowls
- 1 whisk
- 1 baking sheet or air fryer basket
- 1 cooling rack
- 1 cookie cutter or donut cutter
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon (optional) For flavor.
- Cooking spray for air fryer basket
- 1 cup powdered sugar For the glaze.
- 2-3 tablespoons milk For the glaze.
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract For the glaze.
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, granulated sugar, and cinnamon (if using).
- In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Lightly flour a clean surface and turn out the dough. Roll it out to about ½ inch thick.
- Use a cookie cutter or donut cutter to cut out biscuit shapes and place them on a lightly floured surface.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, and arrange the biscuit shapes in a single layer. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook in batches.
- Air fry the biscuits at 350°F (175°C) for 5-6 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- While the biscuits are cooking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth.
- Once the biscuits are cooked, transfer them to a cooling rack for about 2-3 minutes, then dip the tops in the glaze or drizzle it over the biscuits.
Notes
For added flavor, you can include chocolate chips in the dough or sprinkle some cinnamon sugar on top before glazing.
These biscuits are best enjoyed fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Feel free to customize the glaze by adding food coloring or different flavor extracts.