Are you craving a fluffy, delectable donut without the hassle of deep frying? Look no further! Air fryer yeast donuts are a game-changer, allowing you to indulge in this classic treat with reduced oil and a crispy golden-brown exterior. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore the best air fryer yeast donut recipes, providing you with step-by-step instructions, tips for achieving the perfect donut, and a variety of flavor combinations to satisfy your sweet tooth. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these delightful homemade donuts, all made in the convenience of your air fryer.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
AIR FRYER DONUTS
Air Fryer Donuts made from scratch with yeast dough taste like the real deal. Better than baked and less fat than deep-fried!
Provided by Julia Foerster
Categories Baking
Time 2h4m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, gently stir together lukewarm milk, 1 tsp of sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy (If nothing happens your milk was too hot or the yeast is too old, so start over).
- Add sugar, salt, egg, melted butter and 2 cups of flour to the milk mixture. Mix on low speed until combined, then with the mixer running add the remaining cup of flour slowly, until the dough no longer sticks to the bowl. Increase speed to medium-low and knead for 5 minutes, until the dough is elastic and smooth.
- Place the dough into a greased bowl and cover it with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place until doubled. Dough is ready if you make a dent with your finger and the indention remains.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface, punch it down and gently roll out to about 1/2 inch thickness. Cut out 10-12 donuts using a 3-inch round cutter and a 1-inch round cutter to remove center.
- Transfer donuts and donut holes to lightly floured parchment paper and cover loosely with greased plastic wrap. Let donuts rise until doubled in volume, about 30 minutes. Preheat Air Fryer to 350F.
- Spray Air Fryer basket with oil spray, carefully transfer donuts to Air Fryer basket in a single layer. Spray donuts with oil spray and cook at 350F until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Repeat with remaining donuts and holes.
- While the donuts are in the Air Fryer, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir in powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in hot water one tablespoon at a time until the icing is somewhat thin, but not watery. Set aside.
- Dip hot donuts and donut holes in the glaze using to forks to submerge them. Place on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet to allow excess glaze to drip off. Let sit until glaze hardens, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 kcal, Carbohydrate 39 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 8 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 33 mg, Sodium 113 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 15 g, ServingSize 1 serving
AIR FRYER DOUGHNUTS
Who doesn't love a doughnut? With the help of an air fryer, you can enjoy homemade yeast doughnuts without any of the hassle of cooking with hot oil. But are they as good? Well, after much testing, we cracked the code for creating a tender doughnut that is not deep fried - it's all about using a combination of all-purpose and cake flour. This recipe results in a tender doughnut that is lighter than air. Dusted in cinnamon sugar, these become simply irresistible!
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories dessert
Time 4h
Yield 8 doughnuts
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Sprinkle the yeast over the warm milk in a liquid measuring cup. Let stand until foamy on top, about 10 minutes.
- Beat the egg and oil using a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment on medium speed until combined. Add the vanilla, 2 tablespoons of the melted butter, and the yeast mixture. Mix on low speed until combined.
- Whisk the all-purpose flour, cake flour, 1/4 cup of the sugar, and the salt in a medium bowl. Add to the stand mixer in two additions, mixing on low speed after each addition until combined. Continue beating on medium speed, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed, until the dough is no longer sticky to the touch, about 1 minute.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Knead into a smooth ball. Brush a large bowl with melted butter. Add the dough and cover with a clean kitchen cloth. Let rise until doubled in size, about 2 hours.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll out to 1/2 inch thick. Cut out 8 doughnuts with a doughnut cutter (or use a wide-mouth Mason jar to create the outer edge and the wide end of a metal pastry tip or a shot glass for the inner edge). Reserve the smaller rounds for making doughnut holes. Cover with the clean cloth and let rise for 30 minutes more.
- Place half of the doughnuts in a 6-quart air fryer and cook at 350 degrees F until golden brown all over, 5 to 6 minutes. Remove to a cooling rack and repeat with the remaining doughnuts and doughnut holes.
- Brush the doughnuts on all sides with the remaining 2 tablespoons melted butter. Combine the remaining 1/4 cup sugar with the cinnamon in a shallow bowl. Place the doughnuts into the cinnamon sugar and sprinkle to coat on all sides. Serve warm or at room temperature.
PERFECT BREAD MACHINE-AIR FRYER DONUTS
Combine the best of your kitchen gadgets to make these amazing, soft and fluffy donuts!
Provided by adambradshaw
Categories Doughnuts
Time 3h10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Place milk, egg, almond extract, butter, flour, sugar, cinnamon, salt, and yeast in a bread machine in the order listed. Run Dough cycle. Remove dough from the machine after the cycle is done, about 90 minutes.
- Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and punch it down. Roll out to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut into shapes.
- Transfer to floured parchment paper and cover with lightly greased plastic wrap. Allow to rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat an air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions. Spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange donuts and holes in a single layer in the air fryer and spay with oil. Leave about 1/2 inch around each piece, as they will grow. Cook for 4 minutes. Repeat until all donuts and holes are cooked.
- While the first batch cooks in the air fryer, prepare the glaze: Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir in confectioners' sugar and almond extract. Remove from heat. Stir in 1 tablespoon of hot water at a time until the glaze is thin, but not watery.
- Dip hot donuts in the glaze, using a fork to flip and coat each side. Cool on a wire rack over a rimmed baking sheet (they will drip and make a mess!) for 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.8 calories, Carbohydrate 25.1 g, Cholesterol 21.5 mg, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, Sodium 105.1 mg, Sugar 12.8 g
AIR FRYER NACHOS
Nachos in the air fryer are an awesome, quick, and easy snack, that's totally customizable. The sky's the limit on your ingredient choices, so feel free to make substitutions to suit your tastes. And they can be turned into a main course by adding some protein like shrimp or chicken for a complete meal.
Provided by lutzflcat
Categories Nachos
Time 15m
Yield 2
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees F (180 degrees C) for about 3 minutes. Line air fryer basket with foil or a parchment liner, and spray with cooking spray.
- Spread out chips in the fryer basket in a single layer, slightly overlapping chips, so the cheese doesn't melt through. Lightly dust chips with taco seasoning to get a pop of taco flavor, and sprinkle with shredded cheese. Don't overcrowd the basket.
- Top cheese with olives and tomatoes and place basket in the air fryer.
- Air-fry until cheese is melted and chips are starting to slightly brown on the edges, 5 to 6 minutes. Watch closely to be sure the cheese doesn't burn. If necessary, add additional time until you reach your preferred crispness.
- Move nachos to a plate, garnish with chopped cilantro, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 515.6 calories, Carbohydrate 29.3 g, Cholesterol 88.4 mg, Fat 35.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 15.8 g, Sodium 746.2 mg
Tips:
- Use fresh yeast: Fresh yeast is more active and will produce a lighter, fluffier donut. If you're using active dry yeast, be sure to proof it in warm water with a little sugar before adding it to the dough.
- Knead the dough well: Kneading the dough develops the gluten and helps to create a smooth, elastic dough. This will result in a donut that is light and airy.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place: The dough should rise until it has doubled in size. This will take about 1-2 hours.
- Cut the donuts evenly: Use a sharp knife or donut cutter to cut the donuts evenly. This will help them to cook evenly.
- Fry the donuts at the right temperature: The oil should be heated to 350°F (175°C) before frying the donuts. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
- Don't overcrowd the fryer: Fry the donuts in batches so that they have enough room to cook evenly.
- Drain the donuts on paper towels: After frying, drain the donuts on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
- Glaze the donuts: Glaze the donuts with your favorite glaze while they are still warm. This will help the glaze to set and give the donuts a shiny finish.
Conclusion:
Air fryer yeast donuts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. They are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With a little planning, you can have fresh, homemade donuts in no time. So what are you waiting for? Give them a try today!
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