Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes – No Oil, Ready in 10 Minutes!

These air fryer cinnamon sugar donut holes are light, fluffy, and sweet all without deep frying. They’re made in minutes using simple ingredients and come out golden with a crisp edge and soft center. We keep a batch on standby for last-minute dessert cravings or easy snacks.

Why You’ll Love These Cinnamon Sugar Donut

• No oil or deep fryer needed
• Ready in under 10 minutes
• Uses basic pantry staples
• Crispy outside, fluffy inside
• Kid-approved and great for sharing

Cinnamon Sugar Donut Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 ½ tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1/3 cup milk (any kind)
• 2 tbsp plain yogurt or sour cream
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 tbsp melted butter (optional for richness)

Cinnamon Sugar Coating:

• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp melted butter (for brushing)

How to Make Air Fryer Cinnamon Sugar Donut

1. Preheat Air Fryer to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in milk, yogurt, vanilla, and butter until a soft dough forms.
4. Shape: Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
5. Air Fry: Lightly grease or spray basket. Air fry donut holes for 5–6 minutes, shaking halfway through.
6. Coat: Brush with melted butter and roll in cinnamon sugar while warm.

Tips for Best Results

• Don’t overwork the dough — mix until just combined.
• Check early: air fryers vary, so start checking around 5 minutes.
• Serve warm for the softest texture.

Variations

• Dairy-free: Use almond milk and coconut yogurt.
• Vegan: Use plant milk and dairy-free yogurt or applesauce.
• Glazed: Skip the cinnamon sugar and dip in a simple vanilla glaze.

Storage

• Store leftovers in a sealed container at room temp for up to 2 days.
• Reheat in air fryer for 2–3 minutes at 300°F.

FAQ

Can I freeze them?
Yes. Freeze after air frying and skip coating. Reheat, then coat with cinnamon sugar.

Can I use self-rising flour?
Yes, just skip the baking powder and salt.

Can I make these with biscuit dough?
Yes, for a shortcut. Just cut, roll, and air fry the same way.

Final Thoughts

Air fryer donut holes give you that fresh from the bakery flavor minus the oil, mess, or waiting. They’re golden, sugary, and addictively good. Try them once and they’ll become a snack-time favorite.