Save It Fluffy, bite-sized donut holes with festive sprinkles, cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer. A quick and delightful holiday treat for the whole family.
I first tried these donut holes last Christmas and they quickly became a family favorite every year.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour: dry ingredient
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar: dry ingredient
- 2 tsp baking powder: dry ingredient
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon: dry ingredient
- 1/4 tsp salt: dry ingredient
- 2/3 cup whole milk: wet ingredient
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter melted: wet ingredient
- 1 large egg: wet ingredient
- 1 tsp vanilla extract: wet ingredient
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted: for coating
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar: for coating
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon: for coating
- 2 tbsp holiday-themed sprinkles (red, green, white): for coating
Instructions
- Preheat:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix dry ingredients:
- Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- Mix wet ingredients:
- Mix milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine:
- Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until a soft dough forms.
- Shape:
- Lightly flour your hands and shape dough into 1-inch balls about 1 tablespoon each.
- Arrange:
- Place donut holes in air fryer basket in single layer with space between.
- Cook:
- Air fry for 7-8 minutes shaking halfway through until golden and cooked through.
- Coat:
- Dip each warm donut hole in melted butter then roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Sprinkle:
- Add festive sprinkles and serve warm.
Save It My kids love making these donut holes during the holidays which makes every moment special and festive.
Notes
For extra flavor add a pinch of nutmeg to the dough Serve with hot cocoa or coffee for a cozy treat
Required Tools
Air fryer Mixing bowls Whisk Measuring cups and spoons Small brush or dipping bowl for butter
Nutritional Information
Per donut hole Calories 90 Total Fat 4 g Carbohydrates 13 g Protein 2 g
Save It These donut holes are a fantastically quick holiday treat perfect for sharing or gifting this season.
Recipe FAQs
- → What temperature should the air fryer be set to?
Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) to achieve a golden, crisp exterior while keeping the donut holes fluffy inside.
- → Can I use different coatings besides cinnamon sugar?
Yes, try using powdered sugar or a simple glaze for variety, or swap out sprinkles for nuts or coconut flakes.
- → How do I know when the donut holes are cooked?
They should be golden brown and springy to the touch after 7-8 minutes in the air fryer.
- → Can I prepare the dough in advance?
The dough can be made ahead and kept refrigerated for a few hours before shaping and air frying.
- → What enhances the flavor of these donut holes?
Adding a pinch of nutmeg to the dough and brushing with melted butter before coating enriches the flavor and texture.