Air-Fried Cinnamon And Sugar Doughnuts Recipe

Name: Air-Fried Cinnamon And Sugar Doughnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup white sugar; 2 1/2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature; 2 large egg yolks; 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour; 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup sour cream; 1/3 cup white sugar; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons butter, melted, or as needed

Servings: persons

1
Press 1/2 cup white sugar and butter together in a bowl until crumbly. Add egg yolks and stir until well combined.
2
Sift flour, baking powder, and salt into a separate bowl. Place 1/3 of the flour mixture and 1/2 the sour cream into the sugar-egg mixture; stir until combined. Mix in the remaining flour and sour cream. Refrigerate dough until ready to use.
3
Mix 1/3 cup sugar and cinnamon together in a bowl.
4
Roll dough out onto a lightly floured work surface to 1/2-inch thick. Cut 9 large circles in the dough; cut a small circle out of the center of each large circle to create doughnut shapes.
5
Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
6
Brush 1/2 of the melted butter over both sides of the doughnuts.
7
Place 1/2 doughnuts into the basket of the air fryer; cook for 8 minutes. Paint cooked donuts with the remaining melted butter and immediately dip into the cinnamon-sugar mixture. Repeat with the remaining doughnuts.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup white sugar, 2 1/2 tablespoons butter, at room temperature, 2 large egg yolks, 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Air-Fried Cinnamon And Sugar Doughnuts falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Air-Fried Cinnamon And Sugar Doughnuts

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Variations & substitutions

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