Snickerdoodle Donut Holes
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Little bites of soft, pillowy yeast donut holes. These simple Snickerdoodle Donut Holes are made in an air fryer, making them an easy weekend breakfast or brunch recipe!
If you're looking for more homemade donuts, check out my Double Chocolate Baked Donuts, Strawberry Glazed Baked Donuts, or my Baked Vanilla Donuts.
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Today I am sharing this simple recipe for Snickerdoodle Donut Holes, that are made in your air fryer! Ever since we got an air fryer, Delaney has asked me to make donuts in it. So, I have been wanting to figure out how to make donut holes in your air fryer. And this last week I finally had time to dive into this project!
I decided to make Snickerdoodle Donut Holes because they remind me of a cinnamon and sugar donut hole that I used to eat as a kid from Dunkin’ Donuts. So, if you know and like those, then you will love these organic donuts!
So, I decided to make a cinnamon and sugar donut hole like these. But, I’m calling mine Snickerdoodle Donut Holes and of course they are organic donuts. These are yeast donut holes, which means they are made with yeast, so they will rise and puff up.
I start out with a simple dough recipe and it only needs one rise. Then I form them into small little balls and oil them up for the air fryer. I recently was given the new De’Longhi Air Fryer from my friends at De’Longhi, so I made these yeast donut holes in this De’Longhi Air Fryer.
I drop the yeast donut holes into the air fryer basket and they cook for only about 10 minutes. After that, I dip them in melted butter, then roll them in cinnamon and sugar. And you have warm and delicious Snickerdoodle Donut Holes!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Homemade Donuts: These yeast donut holes are rolled in a classic cinnamon-sugar mixture, giving them that iconic snickerdoodle flavor. The combination of the soft, airy inside and the sweet, spiced exterior creates a delightful treat!
Healthier Alternative: These organic donuts made in an air fryer are a healthier option compared to traditional fried donut holes. Using the air fryer reduces the amount of oil needed, resulting in better for you treat without sacrificing flavor or texture.
One Rise: These yeast donut holes only have one rise, making them quicker than some recipes that require two rises.
Quick and Easy: Making Snickerdoodle Donut Holes in an air fryer is a quick and easy process. With shorter rise time, cooking time, and minimal cleanup, you'll love this easy recipe for homemade yeast donut holes.
Ingredients
- Yeast: I use organic instant yeast, which is what makes these organic donuts light and pillowy.
- Cane Sugar: I use organic cane sugar, which is less processed than granulated white sugar.
- Honey: I use organic raw honey.
- All Purpose Flour: My favorite is Cairnspring Mills.
- Milk: Use whole milk for the best results. I prefer organic and grassfed for flavor.
- Butter: I use Organic Valley Salted Butter, you can use your favorite.
- Cinnamon: I use organic Korintje cinnamon, which is my favorite variety. Read my post the Best Cinnamon to Bake With for more info on the different varieties of cinnamon.
- Coconut Oil: I use organic coconut oil for greasing the dough before going into the air fryer basket.
Tools Needed
- Air Fryer: You'll need an air fryer for this recipe.
- Scale: Always use a digital food scale for the best results.
- Stand Mixer: I use my stand mixer for ease, but you can mix up this dough by hand as well.
- Mixing Bowl: You'll need a mixing bowl to let the dough rise and also to coat the donut holes in cinnamon and sugar.
- Pastry Brush: I use a pastry brush to brush the dough with coconut oil before going into the air fryer.
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Step by Step Instructions
Step 1
To make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, add the yeast, ½ teaspoon cane sugar, and warm water. Stir to combine and let sit for 5 minutes, until bubbly.
Step 2
In a small pot over medium heat, add the butter, milk, and honey. Stir until completely melted, remove from heat.
Add the flour, remaining 2 tablespoons cane sugar, and sea salt to the mixing bowl in that order. Add the milk mixture and knead on speed 2 to 4 for 5 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, and cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let rise for 2 to 3 hours, until doubled in size.
Step 3
Using a scale, divide the dough into 16 balls, they should weigh about 28 grams each. Form the dough into balls with a smooth top by pulling the dough from the top to the bottom.
Step 4
Using a pastry brush, brush the dough balls with coconut oil. Add to air fryer basket and air fry at 450°F for 10 to 12 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
Step 5
To make the topping: In a small bowl, add the cane sugar and cinnamon and swirl together. Dip each donut hole in the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon and sugar mixture.
FAQ's
Yes, just add a pinch of salt into the dough.
These are best when eaten right away. If you have to store them, an airtight container or under a cake dome is best.
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Ingredients
Dough
- 5 grams instant yeast
- ½ teaspoon cane sugar
- 2 tablespoons warm water
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- ½ cup milk
- 7 grams raw honey
- 223 grams all purpose flour
- 28 grams cane sugar
- ½ teaspoons fine sea salt
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
Topping
- 57 grams salted butter (melted)
- 113 grams cane sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- To make the dough: In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the dough hook, add the yeast, ½ teaspoon cane sugar, and warm water. Stir to combine and let sit for 5 minutes, until bubbly.
- In a small pot over medium heat, add the butter, milk, and honey. Stir until completely melted, remove from heat.
- Add the flour, remaining 2 tablespoons cane sugar, and sea salt to the mixing bowl in that order. Add the milk mixture and knead on speed 2 to 4 for 5 minutes.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, and cover the bowl with a kitchen towel and let rise for 2 to 3 hours, until doubled in size.
- Using a scale, divide the dough into 16 balls, they should weigh about 28 grams each. Form the dough into balls with a smooth top by pulling the dough from the top to the bottom.
- Using a pastry brush, brush the dough balls with coconut oil.
- Add to air fryer basket and air fry at 450°F for 10 to 12 minutes, until the tops are golden brown.
- To make the topping: In a small bowl, add the cane sugar and cinnamon and swirl together.
- Dip each donut hole in the melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon and sugar mixture.
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