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Top-down look at a round donut with a hole, dusted with cinnamon sugar and a light sheen of butter.

Air Fryer Donuts (Glazed)

Fluffy air fryer donuts made with yeast dough, warm milk, and nutmeg for a classic homemade treat.
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Course Dessert
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¾ cups all-purpose flour 330 g, plus extra for dusting
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast 1 packet
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon fine salt
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg optional, but classic
  • ¾ cup warm milk warm, not hot
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tablespoons melted butter 42 g
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract optional

Instructions
 

  • Cool donuts completely:

    Ensure donuts are completely cooled before proceeding.

  • Seal with paper towel:

    Place them in a sealed container with a paper towel placed beneath.

  • Vent lid slightly:

    In a humid environment, leave the lid slightly open to avoid moisture buildup.
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