Donuts
Desserts·intermediate

Donuts

Yield
Prep
Total
8 donuts + 8 donut holes
5m
11m
Spray SurfaceKid-FriendlyMeal-Prep

Forget the donut shop — make your own at home in minutes. Canned biscuit dough transforms into warm, fluffy donuts with a quick trip to the air fryer. You'll get the ingredient list, steps, and timing here.

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Pairs with Cinnamon Sugar, Apple Pie Spice, or Pumpkin SpiceSee all seasonings →
  1. 01Open the biscuit dough and separate into 8 rounds.
  2. 02Use a 1-inch round cookie cutter or bottle cap to punch a hole in the center of each round. Save the holes. Those are your donut holes.
  3. 03That's your prep. Seriously. These are ready for the air fryer.
  4. 04While they cook, mix the sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Have the melted butter ready.
  5. 05As soon as the donuts come out of the air fryer, brush with melted butter and roll in the cinnamon sugar. Do this while they're hot or the sugar won't stick.
Use the standard Pillsbury Grands or store-brand equivalent. The flaky/layered biscuit dough puffs up unevenly and the layers separate. The plain homestyle kind puffs into a smooth, round donut shape.
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How to Air Fry It

Temp
Cook
Prep
Flip?
350°F
6m
5m
Yes
  1. 01Separate store-bought canned biscuit dough into individual biscuits and use a small cutter to punch a hole in the center of each.
  2. 02Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray the basket with cooking oil.
  3. 03Place the donuts in a single layer in the basket, ensuring they do not touch.
  4. 04Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes, then flip each donut and cook for another 3 minutes until golden brown.
  5. 05Carefully remove the donuts and immediately toss them in cinnamon sugar or glaze while still warm.

Lightly spray the basket or tray before cooking.

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Pairs well

Meal Prep

Best eaten fresh. Can store 1 day in an airtight container at room temperature. Re-crisp at 300°F (150°C) for 2 minutes.

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