Description

Light, fluffy doughnut bites coated in cinnamon sugar, cooked in an air fryer for a crispy texture without deep frying. Perfect for meal prep and freezing.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar (for dough)
1/4 cup (57g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
1 large egg, room temperature
1/4 cup (60ml) milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar (for coating)
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)
Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Instructions

In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and 1/4 cup granulated sugar. Ensure there are no lumps.
In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, egg, milk, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently stir with a spatula until just combined. Do not overmix.
Let the dough rest for 5 minutes to allow the flour to hydrate.
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray the basket with non-stick cooking spray.
Use a small cookie scoop or two teaspoons to drop balls of dough onto a parchment-lined plate. You should get about 20-24 bites.
Place the dough bites in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them. Cook for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
While the bites are cooking, melt the 2 tablespoons of butter and mix the 1/2 cup sugar with the cinnamon in a shallow dish.
As soon as the bites are done, brush them lightly with the melted butter and roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture while still warm.
Let cool completely before storing.

Notes

Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary. Coat the bites immediately while warm to ensure the sugar sticks. For best storage, freeze in a single layer before bagging. They reheat well in the microwave or air fryer.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
Category: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 bites
Calories: 180
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 150
Fat: 6
Saturated Fat: 3
Carbohydrates: 28
Fiber: 1
Protein: 3

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