Air Fryer Nutella Donuts (Print Version)

Fluffy donuts filled with Nutella, air fried to a golden crisp and rolled in cinnamon sugar. Irresistibly easy treat.

# Components:

→ Dough

01 - 1 can (8-count) refrigerated biscuit dough
02 - 1 tablespoon melted butter

→ Filling & Coating

03 - 1/2 cup chocolate-hazelnut spread
04 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
02 - Slightly flatten each refrigerated biscuit with your hands.
03 - Place approximately 1 teaspoon of chocolate-hazelnut spread in the center of each flattened biscuit.
04 - Fold the dough over the filling, pinching the edges to seal thoroughly and shaping gently into a ball.
05 - Lightly brush the exterior of each donut ball with melted butter.
06 - Place the prepared dough balls in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary.
07 - Air fry at 350°F for 7 to 8 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
08 - While warm, roll each donut in granulated sugar mixed with cinnamon or use plain sugar as preferred.
09 - Allow to cool slightly before serving, as the interior filling will be hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and effortless with canned biscuit dough
  • No oil splatters or deep frying needed for crisp tender donuts
  • Perfect for last minute desserts or weekend brunch
  • Customizable with different fillings or toppings to suit any sweet tooth
02 -
  • Great way to make donuts with zero proofing or yeast
  • Easy kid friendly project for weekends or special brunches
  • Fills the kitchen with a warm bakery smell in under ten minutes
03 -
  • Make sure to really seal the dough so the filling stays in with no leaks That tight pinch makes the difference
  • If you want an ultra gooey middle use a piping bag after air frying to add extra Nutella directly inside Preheat the air fryer so your donuts start baking as soon as they hit the hot basket For impressive holiday dessert platters roll in colored sugar or go half plain half cinnamon sugar for contrast
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