Air Fryer Donuts Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whole Milk (warm to 105‑110°F)
• 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar (for dough, 50 g)
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted, 85 g)
• 1 Large Egg (room temperature)
• 2¼ teaspoons Active Dry Yeast (1 packet, freshly proofed)
• 3 cups All-Purpose Flour (360 g, sifted)
• ½ teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Powdered Sugar (for glaze, sifted)
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (melted, for glaze)
• ½ cup Whole Milk (for glaze, add more if needed)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
• 2 tablespoons Coconut Oil (for spraying air fryer basket)

Instructions

1. Warm Milk

   Measure 1 cup whole milk and warm it gently to 105‑110°F (40‑43°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 105‑110°F

2. Proof Yeast

   Stir 1 teaspoon granulated sugar into the warm milk, sprinkle 2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, and let sit for about 5 minutes until foamy.

   Time: PT5M

3. Combine Wet Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl whisk together 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 6 Tbsp melted butter, and 1 room‑temperature egg until smooth.

   Time: PT2M

4. Add Yeast Mixture

   Pour the foamy yeast mixture into the wet ingredients and stir briefly to combine.

   Time: PT1M

5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients

   Add 3 cups (360 g) sifted all‑purpose flour and ½ tsp salt to the bowl. Mix on low speed until a shaggy dough forms.

   Time: PT2M

6. Knead the Dough

   Attach the dough hook and knead on medium‑low for about 5 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.

   Time: PT5M

7. First Rise

   Lightly oil a large bowl (≈1 Tbsp oil), transfer the dough, turn to coat all sides, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 90 minutes, or until doubled in size.

   Time: PT1H30M

8. Punch Down & Shape

   Deflate the risen dough, turn it onto a lightly floured surface, and roll to a ½‑inch thickness.

   Time: PT10M

9. Cut Donuts

   Using a 3‑inch cutter, cut circles, then re‑cut the center with a 1‑inch cutter to make holes. Place donuts and holes on a parchment‑lined baking sheet.

   Time: PT5M

10. Second Rise

    Cover the sheet loosely and let the cut donuts rest for 20 minutes to puff up slightly.

    Time: PT20M

11. Prepare Glaze

    In a bowl whisk together 1 cup powdered sugar, 2 Tbsp melted butter, ½ cup whole milk, and 1 tsp vanilla until smooth. Add a splash more milk if the glaze is too thick.

    Time: PT5M

12. Preheat Air Fryer

    Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and preheat for about 5 minutes.

    Time: PT5M

    Temperature: 350°F

13. Air Fry Donuts

    Lightly spray the air‑fryer basket with coconut oil. Place 4‑5 donuts (or holes) in a single layer, spray tops lightly, and air fry: donuts 8 minutes, holes 6 minutes. Repeat in batches until all are cooked.

    Time: PT20M

    Temperature: 350°F

14. Glaze and Serve

    While the donuts are still warm, drizzle or dip them in the butter‑vanilla glaze. Serve immediately for best texture.

    Time: PT5M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

4 g

Carbohydrates

25 g

Fat

9 g

Fiber

1 g