Do you love donuts? Then you’ll adore these quick and easy air fryer donut bites. They’re light and fluffy, made with just two simple ingredients, and finished with a buttery cinnamon-sugar coating — perfect for a fast, satisfying treat.
If you have a sweet tooth, try other favorites like my Caramel Macchiato Cheesecake, Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cookies, or a Single Serving Molten Lava Cake for more indulgent desserts.
Ingredients
- Self-raising flour
- Sweetened Greek yogurt
See the recipe card below for exact quantities and the cinnamon-sugar coating measurements.
Instructions
Make the dough
Air fry at 350°F for about 5 minutes
Toss in melted butter and cinnamon sugar
Top with melted chocolate if desired
- Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine the self-raising flour and sweetened Greek yogurt. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth, making sure there are no dry spots. If the dough feels sticky, rub a little oil on your hands to make handling easier.
- Shape the bites: Divide the dough into two portions and roll each into a long log about 1 inch thick. Cut the logs into small pieces (about 8–12 g each) and roll each piece into a smooth ball.
- Preheat the air fryer: Heat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C) for a few minutes. Lightly brush the basket with oil to prevent sticking.
- Toss the dough balls in a little melted butter, then place them in the basket with space between each so they can expand while cooking.
- Air fry for about 5 minutes, or until puffed and set. They may not brown perfectly, which is normal with circulating air.
- Cinnamon-sugar coating: While still warm, brush the donut bites with more melted butter and immediately roll them in a mixture of granulated sugar and ground cinnamon so the coating adheres.
- Serve: Enjoy the donut bites as-is or drizzle with melted chocolate for an extra treat.
Substitutions
- Sweetened Greek yogurt: Use plain yogurt plus 1 tablespoon granulated sugar if needed.
- Self-raising flour: Substitute all-purpose flour combined with 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder per cup.
Equipment
- Air fryer
Storage
Store leftover donut bites in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat briefly in the air fryer for 1–2 minutes or microwave for 10–15 seconds. Avoid refrigerating, as that can dry them out.
Top tips for success
- Use thick yogurt: Full-fat Greek yogurt gives the best texture; watery yogurt makes the dough sticky.
- Don’t over-knead: Knead just until smooth to keep the bites light and tender.
- Space them out: Leave room in the air fryer so the dough balls can puff up without touching.
FAQs
Yes. Bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10–12 minutes, then coat in melted butter and cinnamon sugar for a similar result.
Air fryers circulate hot air, which can cause uneven browning. The bites will still be cooked through and tender.
Yes. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder (and 1/4 teaspoon salt if desired) per cup of all-purpose flour to mimic self-raising flour.
Related
Looking for other dessert recipes like this? Try these:
- Fudgy Reese’s Cup Brownies
- Salted Brown Butter Maple Syrup
- No-Bake Reese’s Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars
- How to Make the Viral Dot Cakes
2 ingredient Air Fryer Donut Bites
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Equipment
Method
Notes
Ingredients
- 140 g 1 cup self-raising flour
- 140 g 5 oz sweetened Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Optional: Melted chocolate for drizzling
Equipment
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Air Fryer
Method
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour and yogurt. Stir until a soft dough forms.
- Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth. If sticky, lightly oil your hands.
- Divide the dough into two portions and roll each into a 1-inch-thick log.
- Cut into small pieces (~8–12 g each) and roll into smooth balls.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (180°C).
- Brush the basket with oil to prevent sticking.
- Toss the doughnuts in melted butter, arrange with space between them, and air fry for about 5 minutes or until puffed and cooked through.
- They may not brown evenly — that’s normal.
- While warm, brush with melted butter and roll in cinnamon-sugar so the coating sticks.
- Serve warm. Optionally drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Don’t over-knead or add too much flour when shaping — that will make the bites dense instead of fluffy.
- If baking in the oven, bake at 350°F (180°C) for 10–12 minutes, then coat in melted butter and cinnamon sugar.
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Food safety
- Don’t leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods.
- Never leave cooking food unattended.
- Use oils with a high smoke point to reduce the risk of harmful compounds.
- Ensure good ventilation when using a gas stove.
Follow official food safety guidance for best practices.