Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead of canned?

Absolutely! My grandma's buttermilk biscuit dough works beautifully - just roll it to about 1/2-inch thickness before cutting. The texture will be slightly more rustic, but just as delicious. Bonus: you can make the dough rounds slightly larger for big, bakery-style donuts!

Why do my donuts sometimes stick to the basket?

Been there! A quick spritz of cooking spray or a round of parchment paper solves this. The melted butter coating helps too - just wait until after cooking to apply it. If they do stick, a gentle nudge with a silicone spatula usually does the trick. For more tips on using your air fryer, check out this guide on how to use an air fryer.

Can I make these ahead for a party?

They're best fresh, but here's my trick: Prep the uncooked donuts up to 2 hours ahead and keep them covered in the fridge. Then air fry right before serving - the cinnamon sugar coating only takes a minute to apply!

What can I do with the leftover dough holes?

Oh, those little nuggets are the cook's treat! Toss them in the air fryer for about 3 minutes, then coat them just like the donuts. My kids fight over who gets to eat the "donut babies" - they're perfect for little hands!

Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts You’ll Crave Forever

Description

Easy homemade donuts made with biscuit dough and cooked in an air fryer for a quick and delicious treat.

Ingredients

1 can refrigerated biscuit dough
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp melted butter

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Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Separate the biscuit dough and cut a hole in the center of each biscuit to form donut shapes.
Place the donuts in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch.
Cook for 5-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown.
Mix sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Brush the cooked donuts with melted butter and dip them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Serve warm.

Notes

Use parchment paper or lightly grease the air fryer basket to prevent sticking.
Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 6 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American