Air Fryer Jelly Donuts
These air fryer jelly donuts are fluffy and jam-filled, delivering classic donut flavors without the fuss of frying. Ideal for brunch or as a sweet treat anytime.
Ingredients
Donut Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour or 1:1 gluten-free flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar reduce to 2 tablespoons for less sweetness
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 cup milk dairy or unsweetened almond/soy
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or neutral oil
- 1/4 teaspoon alcohol-free vanilla extract
Filling & Topping
- 1/2 cup jelly or jam strawberry, raspberry, or apricot work well
- powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda.
- In a separate bowl, whisk milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease the basket.
- Shape the donuts by spooning or piping the batter into donut shapes or rounds.
Cooking
- Air-fry at 350°F for 8–10 minutes until puffed, set, and golden.
- Transfer donuts to a cooling rack and cool briefly.
- Make a hole in each donut and pipe in jam.
- Dust lightly with powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 24–48 hours. For longer storage, refrigerate filled donuts for up to 3 days. Cooked, unfilled donuts freeze well for up to 1 month.