Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

Transform ordinary canned biscuits into warm donuts with this incredibly easy air fryer recipe! These homemade donuts have a light golden brown exterior and tender fluffy interior without the mess of hot oil or deep frying. Ready in just minutes, they are the perfect way to snuggle in with a warm pastry right at home without a trip to the donut shop. 

It’s a super cold Monday morning and today, I can’t think of a better way to spend it than with a hot cup of coffee and one (or two!) of these cinnamon sugar donuts. They are melt-in-your-mouth delicious and I bet once you try one, they will be a part of your regular rotation!

Why You’ll Love These Easy Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

These fluffy air fryer donuts are not only quick and easy to prepare, but they aren’t greasy like traditional deep-fried donuts. Perfect for a lazy Saturday morning treat or whenever you’re craving something sweet, they’re sure to become your new favorite air fryer recipe.

If you love these air fryer biscuit doughnuts, you’re sure to love these: Lemon Sweet Rolls, my Baked Banana Fritters, or try my Pumpkin Spice Air Fryer Doughnuts.

Making Donuts from Pillsbury Grands Biscuits

Making donuts in an air fryer is a game-changer for busy families who want that fresh-from-the-bakery taste without the extra time and mess. These biscuit donuts in an air fryer come together in just minutes, and the whole family will love customizing their toppings. The best part? You can make both regular-sized donuts and adorable donut holes from the same can of biscuits!

Ingredients for Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

For complete ingredients and instructions, scroll to the bottom of this post for the full printable recipe card.

• Refrigerated jumbo biscuits – Pillsbury Grand Biscuits work best
• Granulated sugar – can substitute powdered sugar for a different coating
• Ground cinnamon – gives that warm spice. Mmm!
• Butter – melted

Be sure to keep reading to find tips and tricks, substitutions, and answers to questions you may have about these air fryer donuts.

How to Make Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts

This recipe comes together quickly:

Preheat your air fryer to 360 degrees F. and prepare your cinnamon sugar mixture in a small bowl.

Using a small biscuit cutter, cut small holes in the center of each biscuit on a cutting board.

Air fry in a single layer until golden brown.

Then brush with melted butter and coat in cinnamon sugar.

Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. While they’re best enjoyed warm, you can reheat them in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes to restore their fresh-made texture.

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Substitutions

Remember that when it comes to making substitutions in recipes, you don’t need to be afraid to get creative and use ingredients that suit your personal taste and dietary preferences. Make it your own!

• Try a chocolate glaze or vanilla glaze instead of the cinnamon sugar coating.
• Make a simple glaze with powdered sugar and a teaspoon of vanilla extract for glazed biscuit donuts.
• Experiment with different types of sugar coatings like cocoa powder or plain powdered sugar.

FAQs about Air Fryer Donuts

• Can I make these doughnuts ahead of time? While they’re best served warm, you can make them up to 2 days in advance and store them in an airtight container.
• What if I don’t have a donut cutter? A small round cookie cutter or even a shot glass works perfectly for cutting the center holes.
• Can I use the air fryer tray instead of the basket? Yes, just make sure to arrange the donuts in a single layer and adjust the cooking time as needed.

Tips & Tricks

• Spray your air fryer basket with olive oil spray or coconut oil spray. Avoid traditional non-stick sprays as they are hard on your air fryer. 
• Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket – work in batches if needed.
• Watch the first batch carefully to determine the perfect cooking time for your air fryer, as they do cook differently. 
• Place finished donuts on a cooling rack to prevent sogginess.
• Don’t discard the centers! Make donut holes by air frying for about 3 minutes.

More Donut Recipes to Love

If you are a donut lover like me, you’ll want to check out some of my other donut recipes! Mardi Gras is coming, and my King Cake Donuts and my Pączki are the perfect addition to your Fat Tuesday festivities! My Chocolate Covered Strawberry Donuts, Lemon Glazed Donuts, and Baked Banana Donuts are reader favorites. And you won’t be able to resist my Cherry Limeade Donuts, my Glazed Pumpkin Donuts, or my Powdered Sugar Doughnuts!

Find all of my Air Fryer Recipes Here.

These easy air fryer biscuit donuts are the perfect way to enjoy homemade donuts without the hassle of traditional deep frying. Serve them warm with your morning coffee or as an after-school treat – they’re sure to become a family favorite!