Servings: 6–8 donuts
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 1 can (16 oz) biscuit dough (preferably the flakey kind, for fluffiness)
- 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing and extra flavor)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for a dreamy aroma)
- 1 tbsp sugar (optional, for a bit of sweetness)
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar (the white gold)
- 2 tbsp milk (or cream for extra richness)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract (for that extra burst of yum)
- Pinch of salt (to balance the sweetness)
Instructions
- Prep the Donuts:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Open the biscuit dough and separate the biscuits.
- Use a small round cutter (or a bottle cap) to cut a hole in the center of each biscuit to form a donut shape. You can save the holes to make donut holes, or “mini donuts” as we call them in donut-land.
- Brush with Butter:
- Lightly brush both sides of the donut and donut holes with melted butter. You want them to be glistening, not swimming in butter.
- Air Fry the Donuts:
- Place the donuts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Be sure to leave some space between them—airflow is key for that golden crisp.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Keep an eye on them to prevent overcooking (no one likes burnt donuts).
- Make the Glaze:
- While the donuts are cooking, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt in a bowl until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk until it’s the perfect dipping consistency.
- Glaze and Serve:
- Once the donuts are done, remove them from the air fryer and immediately dip them in the glaze while they’re still warm. You can dip just one side or go for the full coverage—no one’s judging!
- Let them sit for a few minutes to allow the glaze to set, then devour them like the donut connoisseur you are.
Do’s and Don’ts
DO:
- Use biscuit dough—no need to make dough from scratch when you’ve got shortcuts like this!
- Coat them while they’re warm to get that perfect glaze-to-donut ratio.
- Experiment with toppings like sprinkles, chocolate drizzle, or cinnamon sugar if you’re feeling extra fancy.
DON’T:
- Overcrowd the air fryer basket—space is crucial for even cooking and golden perfection.
- Skip the glaze—it’s what makes these donuts irresistible!
- Forget the donut holes—they’re just as good, if not better, than the full-size donuts.
These air fryer glazed donuts are soft, sweet, and melt-in-your-mouth delicious. No need to wait for a doughnut shop to open—your perfect donut is just a few minutes away! 🍩✨
