Easy Air Fryer Banana Donuts (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Dough
01 -
90 g self-rising flour (about 3/4 cup)
02 -
1 large ripe banana, smashed well (makes about 1/2 cup or 120 ml)
→ Coating
03 -
30 ml melted coconut oil (2 tbsp; you can swap for melted vegan butter)
04 -
50 g white sugar (1/4 cup)
05 -
2 g cinnamon, ground (1/2 teaspoon)
→ Dough Handling
06 -
2–3 teaspoons (10–15 ml) melted coconut oil for kneading, just add as needed
→ To Finish
07 -
Avocado oil spray for the dough balls and air fryer basket
# Instructions:
01 -
Dig in while they're still warm for the best bite and texture.
02 -
Right after air frying, brush them with melted coconut oil. Roll those warm balls in the cinnamon-sugar so they’re fully covered.
03 -
Turn your air fryer to 180°C (350°F). Pop the dough balls in for about 6 to 7 minutes, or until you see them puff up and turn a lovely golden brown.
04 -
Give the air fryer basket a spritz with avocado oil. Lay your dough balls in the basket, leaving space—about an inch—between each.
05 -
Get your hands greased with coconut oil. Grab a tablespoon of dough at a time, roll them into balls, and set them on a plate lined with parchment. Spritz each one with a bit of avocado oil spray.
06 -
Use oiled hands to knead the dough right in the bowl until it’s stretchy and slightly sticky. Don’t toss in extra flour unless the dough’s too wet; if it is, max 2–3 teaspoons will do.
07 -
Dump the self-rising flour onto your mashed banana. Give everything a gentle stir with a spatula until it starts to clump.
08 -
Smash up your banana super smooth. Make sure it comes to 1/2 cup (or 120 ml) for the right dough feel.
# Notes:
01 -
If you don’t want dry or tough bites, don’t go wild with flour. Just oil your hands and maybe the table so things don’t stick.
02 -
These are tastiest fresh, but they'll keep in a sealed container on your counter for a couple days if needed.