Air Fryer Heart-Shaped Donuts
Delight your loved ones with these fluffy, golden Air Fryer Heart-Shaped Donuts. Perfect for any occasion, from Valentine’s Day to casual family treats, these baked donuts are healthier than traditional fried versions. With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can create a batch of delicious heart-shaped delights that can be customized with your favorite toppings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- Toppings: glaze, sprinkles, etc.
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, sugar, and cinnamon (if using).
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, egg, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients until a smooth dough forms.
- Knead lightly on a floured surface for 1-2 minutes until smooth.
- Roll out dough to about ½ inch thickness and cut out heart shapes using a cookie cutter.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Place heart-shaped donuts in the air fryer basket in a single layer; air fry for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before adding your desired toppings.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg