Easy Air Fryer Donuts with Chocolate Glaze

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4.5

63 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    8 mins

  • Make Glaze

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    18 mins

  • Servings

    8

  • Calories

    344 kcal

  • Course

    Dessert

  • Cuisine

    American

Easy Air Fryer Donuts with Chocolate Glaze

This recipe makes quick air fryer donuts using canned biscuit dough shaped into rings and cooked until golden and crisp. They are finished by dipping in a smooth chocolate glaze made from chocolate chips, butter, corn syrup, milk, and powdered sugar. The glaze sets with assorted sprinkles adding color and texture. The method yields fresh, tender donuts without deep frying.

Description

The Easy Air Fryer Donuts begin with refrigerated biscuit dough cut into donut shapes using a small cutter to remove the center hole. The air fryer basket is greased lightly to ensure easy removal. Donuts are cooked at 350°F in batches, starting with one side before flipping to cook evenly until a golden brown exterior forms.

While the donuts cool, the chocolate glaze is prepared by melting chocolate chips, butter, and corn syrup over low heat until smooth, then mixing in powdered sugar and milk to achieve a glossy and pourable consistency. The warm donuts are dipped into the glaze and topped with sprinkles for decoration and texture.

This approach offers a convenient alternative to deep-fried donuts, producing a soft interior and crisp edges. The glaze combines sweetness and chocolate richness without overwhelming the delicate dough.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 can Biscuits
  • 4 Tablespoons butter
  • 1 Tablespoon corn syrup
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips
  • 4 Tablespoons milk
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • Sprinkles assorted or toppings

Instructions

  1. Take the biscuits out of their wrapping, separate and lay on a cutting board.
  2. Use a small 1" biscuit cutter (or shot glass) to cut a hole in the biscuits.
  3. Spray the basket of the air fryer with olive oil or coconut oil spray (not non-stick spray).
  4. Put the donuts in the basket, leaving space between the donuts. You will probably need to cook these in batches.
  5. Air fry the donuts at 350 F for 4-5 minutes. Then flip the donuts and continue to cook for 3 more minutes until they are nicely golden brown.
  6. Place on racks to cool slightly while you make the glaze.
  7. Combine the chocolate chips, butter and corn syrup in a double boiler. Heat over medium to low heat, stirring, until the chocolate chips are melted and smooth.
  8. Remove from heat and add the powdered sugar and milk to the chocolate mixture. Stir well.
  9. Dip the donuts into the chocolate glaze and cover them with desired toppings.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1g Calories 344kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 4g (24%) Monounsaturated Fat 6g (30%) Trans Fat 0.3g (15%) Cholesterol 18mg (6%) Sodium 601mg (25%) Potassium 142mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 15g (30%) Vitamin A 213IU (4%) Vitamin C 0.1mg (0%) Calcium 53mg (5%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 344 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1g
Calories 344kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4g 24%
Monounsaturated Fat 6g 30%
Trans Fat 0.3g 15%
Cholesterol 18mg 6%
Sodium 601mg 25%
Potassium 142mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 15g 30%
Vitamin A 213IU 4%
Vitamin C 0.1mg 0%
Calcium 53mg 5%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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