Air Fryer Pumpkin Donut Holes (Print Version)

Fluffy pumpkin donut holes crisped in the air fryer then tossed in cinnamon sugar for a delicious autumn snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

→ Wet Ingredients

07 - 1/3 cup canned pumpkin puree
08 - 1/4 cup milk
09 - 1 large egg
10 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
11 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

12 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
14 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

# Steps to Follow:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice until fully incorporated.
02 - In a separate bowl, blend the pumpkin puree, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
03 - Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, avoiding overmixing.
04 - Lightly grease hands and roll portions of dough into 1-inch balls to yield approximately 20 pieces.
05 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
06 - Place the donut holes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring space between each for even cooking.
07 - Air fry for 7 to 8 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
08 - While warm, use a pastry brush to coat donut holes with melted butter.
09 - Combine granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, then toss the buttered donut holes in the mixture until evenly coated.
10 - Arrange donut holes on a serving platter and enjoy warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses common pantry ingredients for minimal fuss
  • Ready in under half an hour so you do not have to wait long for that cozy flavor
  • Get bakery style crisp edges without oil thanks to the air fryer
  • Perfect for kids and adults who love classic autumn spices
02 -
  • High in fiber from real pumpkin and flour making them more satisfying than typical donuts
  • Freezes beautifully so you can make ahead and pop a few in the air fryer any time
  • Vegetarian friendly and easy to adapt for dairy free or gluten free diets if needed
03 -
  • Always use room temperature wet ingredients for easiest mixing and fluffiest results
  • Try a light spray of oil in your air fryer basket to guarantee nonstick cooking
  • For extra golden color add a pinch of nutmeg or swap half the sugar for brown sugar in the coating

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