For an extra touch of richness, consider using brown butter instead of regular melted butter to brush the doughnuts before coating them in cinnamon sugar. If you don't have sour cream, plain Greek yogurt can be used as a substitute. Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook the doughnuts in batches for even cooking. These doughnuts are best enjoyed fresh and warm. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature and reheat them briefly in the air fryer or microwave.
Air-Fried Cinnamon and Sugar Doughnuts
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME16 mins
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TOTAL TIME41 mins
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SERVING9 People
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VIEWS64
Craving the warm, comforting embrace of cinnamon doughnuts without the deep-fried guilt? These air-fried delights deliver that classic flavor and fluffy texture, all while using a fraction of the oil. The secret? A touch of butter infuses each bite with richness, making these doughnuts irresistible straight from the air fryer.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate44 g
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Cholesterol66 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein4 g
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Saturated Fat6 g
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Sodium390 mg
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Sugar19 g
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Fat10 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
DIRECTIONS
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01 Step
Recipe View 5 mins In a mixing bowl, cream together 1/2 cup sugar and softened butter until light and fluffy. (Prep time: 5 minutes)
02 Step
Recipe View 2 mins Beat in the egg yolks until well combined, creating a smooth, creamy base. (Prep time: 2 minutes)
03 Step
Recipe View 3 mins In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt to ensure even distribution. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
04 Step
Recipe View 7 mins Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the sour cream, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. (Prep time: 7 minutes)
05 Step
Recipe View 30 mins Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the gluten to relax and the dough to become easier to handle. (Chill time: 30 minutes)
06 Step
Recipe View 1 mins In a small bowl, combine the 1/3 cup sugar and cinnamon for the topping. (Prep time: 1 minute)
07 Step
Recipe View 10 mins On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough out to 1/2-inch thickness. Use a doughnut cutter or two different-sized circular cutters to create doughnut shapes. (Prep time: 10 minutes)
08 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Preheat your air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (Prep time: 5 minutes)
09 Step
Recipe View 3 mins Lightly brush both sides of half of the doughnuts with melted butter. (Prep time: 3 minutes)
10 Step
Recipe View 8 mins Place the buttered doughnuts in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd. Air fry for 8 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. (Cook time: 8 minutes)
11 Step
Recipe View 5 mins Immediately brush the cooked doughnuts with the remaining melted butter and dip them into the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating them generously. Repeat with the remaining doughnuts. Serve warm and enjoy! (Prep time: 5 minutes)
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Emie Nikolaus
Feb 15, 2025The dough was a little sticky, but chilling it really helped. Thanks for the tip!
Lillie Wilkinson
Dec 6, 2024The butter makes all the difference! They taste so decadent.
Michel Wunsch
Nov 18, 2024I added a pinch of nutmeg to the cinnamon-sugar mixture, and it was delicious!
Trinity Hegmann
Oct 6, 2024My kids devoured these. Will definitely make again!
Keeley Wilkinson
Oct 3, 2024These are amazing! So much easier and healthier than traditional fried doughnuts.