These Air Fryer Churro Donut Holes are crispy on the outside, soft and fluffy in the middle, and coated in a sweet cinnamon sugar topping that tastes just like your favorite fair treat. Made in the air fryer for an easy homemade dessert, they come together fast and disappear even faster.
Air Fryer Churro Donut Holes are the kind of dessert that disappears the second they hit the table. They’re golden, fluffy inside, crisp on the outside, and rolled in that classic cinnamon sugar coating that tastes just like a fairground churro—only easier and made right in your air fryer.
If you are looking for even more Air Fryer Donut Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER POWDERED SUGAR DONUTS, AIR FRYER GLAZED BISCUIT DONUTS, AIR FRYER APPLE PIE BOMBS, and AIR FRYER BANANA DONUTS.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- They come together fast with simple pantry ingredients and no deep frying mess.
- The air fryer gives them a crispy outside while keeping the inside soft and fluffy.
- That cinnamon sugar coating hits the same flavor notes as a classic churro—sweet, warm, and addictive.
- They work for everything from dessert nights to brunch spreads or quick sweet snacks.
- You can make a big batch in minutes, and they’ll still taste like they came from a bakery..
Ingredients Needed
- Pillsbury Grands Flaky Biscuits: Store-bought biscuits, soft and flaky dough base
- White Sugar: Sweet granulated sugar for coating churro flavor
- Ground Cinnamon: Warm spice that gives classic churro taste
- Powdered Sugar: Fine sugar for sweet glaze or dusting
- Butter: Melted butter helps cinnamon sugar stick perfectly
How To Make Air Fryer Churro Donut Holes
Step 1: Open the biscuit package and cut each biscuit into four equal pieces. Roll each piece into a small ball using your hands, then place them in a greased air fryer basket or on a greased air fryer tray sprayed lightly with olive oil.
Step 2: Place the tray or basket into the air fryer and cook at 320°F for 3 to 5 minutes using the air fry setting.
Step 3: Once the donut holes come out of the air fryer, carefully transfer them into melted butter while they’re still hot. In a separate bowl, combine the cinnamon, granulated sugar, and powdered sugar, then roll each donut hole in the mixture until fully coated.
Air Fryer Churro Donut Holes Recipe Tips
- Keep biscuit dough cold until you’re ready to cut and roll so it’s easier to handle.
- Roll evenly sized dough balls so they cook at the same speed in the air fryer.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—leave space for air to circulate.
- Lightly spray the basket with oil to prevent sticking and help with browning.
- Coat in butter while still warm so the cinnamon sugar sticks better.
- Roll in the sugar mixture right away for the best coverage and crunch.
- Shake gently in the coating bowl instead of pressing too hard to keep them fluffy.
- Serve fresh—these taste best the same day they’re made.
Storing Instructions
- Store: Keep leftover churro donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer freshness, store them in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freeze: Place cooled donut holes in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Warm in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes until heated through. You can also microwave for 10–15 seconds, but the air fryer keeps them crispier.
Air Fryer Churro Donut Holes Recipe Faqs
Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead of canned? Yes, homemade dough works just fine. Just keep the texture soft so the donut holes stay fluffy after air frying.
Do I need to preheat the air fryer? Preheating isn’t required, but it can help the donut holes cook more evenly and brown a little better.
Why are my donut holes not golden brown? They may need a little extra time in the air fryer or a light spray of oil before cooking for better browning.
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare and cook them ahead, then reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes before serving.
What’s the best way to get cinnamon sugar to stick? Coat the donut holes in melted butter while they’re still warm, then roll them immediately in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
More Easy Air Fryer Donut Recipes
- AIR FRYER POWDERED SUGAR DONUTS
- AIR FRYER GLAZED BISCUIT DONUTS
- EASY AIR FRYER APPLE PIE BOMBS
- AIR FRYER BANANA DONUTS
- EASY AIR FRYER CINNAMON ROLL BITES
- AIR FRYER EASY FUNFETTI CAKE MIX DONUTS
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Air Fryer Churro Donut Holes
Description
Ingredients
- 1 package Pillsbury Biscuits
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Open the biscuit dough and cut each biscuit into 4 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a small ball.
- Place dough balls in a greased air fryer basket or tray sprayed with olive oil.
- Air fry at 320°F for 3–5 minutes until lightly golden and cooked through.
- While warm, dip each donut hole into melted butter.
- In a bowl, mix white sugar, cinnamon, and powdered sugar.
- Roll buttered donut holes in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Equipment
- Air Fryer, Basket or Oven Style
- Mixing bowls (at least 2)
- Small brush or spoon for butter
- Tongs or spoon for tossing
- Knife or kitchen scissors for cutting dough
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Plate or tray for coating sugar mixture
Notes
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket so they cook evenly.
- Coat in butter while hot so the cinnamon sugar sticks well.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
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