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Cinnamon Sugar Air Fryer Donuts

A stack of freshly made Cinnamon Sugar Air Fryer Donuts coated heavily in sparkling cinnamon sugar, resting on a white plate.
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Make fluffy, cake-style donuts in your air fryer and coat them in a classic cinnamon sugar mixture for a quick, satisfying treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted unsalted butter, plus more for brushing
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon (for topping)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, 1/4 cup sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and 2 tablespoons of melted butter.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined; do not overmix the batter.
  4. Lightly grease your air fryer basket or line it with parchment paper designed for air fryers.
  5. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or two different-sized round cutters to cut out 6-8 donuts.
  6. Place the donuts carefully into the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch. Work in batches if necessary.
  7. Lightly brush the tops of the donuts with melted butter.
  8. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly golden brown.
  9. While the donuts cook, mix the 1/4 cup sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow dish.
  10. As soon as the donuts come out of the air fryer, brush the warm donuts lightly with more melted butter.
  11. Immediately toss or roll the warm donuts in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
  12. Serve immediately for the best texture.

Notes

  • For easy removal, lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray before placing the dough inside.
  • If you prefer a slightly crispier coating, let the donuts cool for 2 minutes after buttering before rolling them in the sugar mixture.
  • You can use a large biscuit cutter if you do not have a donut cutter.

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