Air Fryer Chocolate Mini Donuts

Air Fryer Chocolate Mini Donuts

Delightfully soft and chocolaty, these mini donuts are quick and easy to make using your air fryer.

Servings: 12 | Cook Time: 8 minutes

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 23 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Set the air fryer to 350°F and let it preheat for about 3 minutes.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Form Batter: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until smooth. Fold in mini chocolate chips.
  5. Fill Donut Molds: Lightly grease silicone donut molds and fill each cavity about halfway with batter.
  6. Air Fry Donuts: Place molds in the air fryer basket and cook for 8 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow donuts to cool for a few minutes before removing them from molds and serving.

Tips

  • Ensure the air fryer is preheated to achieve even cooking.
  • Use silicone molds for easy removal of donuts.
  • For extra flavor, top with a simple glaze or powdered sugar.

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