These Easy Air Fryer Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts are light, fluffy, and perfectly sweet, just like the originals. Made in minutes using your air fryer, they’re a quick and fun homemade treat for breakfast or dessert.
Who says you need to wait in line for Krispy Kreme donuts?
These Easy Air Fryer Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts are light, fluffy, and coated in a sweet glaze, made right in your own kitchen in just minutes.
Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a little mid-day indulgence, they give you that classic donut experience without the drive-thru.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Fluffy and soft: Just like the originals, but homemade.
- Quick and easy: Ready in minutes thanks to the air fryer.
- No fancy ingredients: Uses pantry staples you probably already have.
- Fun to make: Perfect for kids, families, or a weekend treat.
- Customizable: Add sprinkles, chocolate, or cinnamon sugar for variety.
If you were looking for even more air fryer donut recipes, some of my favorites AIR FRYER STRAWBERRY DONUTS, EASY CINNAMON SUGAR AIR FRYER DONUT HOLES, AIR FRYER COPYCAT DUNKIN DONUTS CHOCOLATE GLAZED DONUTS, and AIR FRYER SOUR CREAM DONUTS.
Krispy Kreme Glazed Donuts Ingredients
- Self-rising flour: Provides structure and light, fluffy texture for donuts
- Granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and helps with golden browning
- Salt: Enhances flavor and balances sweetness in dough
- Greek yogurt: Keeps donuts moist and tender while adding slight tang
- Unsalted butter, melted: Adds richness and flavor to the donut batter
- Powdered sugar: Creates a sweet, smooth glaze for topping donuts
- Milk: Thins powdered sugar for pourable, shiny glaze
- Pure vanilla extract: Adds warm, sweet vanilla flavor to glaze
How To Make Easy Air Fryer Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts Recipe
Step One: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt until evenly combined. Stir in the Greek yogurt and mix until a dough forms. You can use your hands to knead lightly.
Step Two: Set your air fryer temperature to 350 degrees F (air fryer setting) and allow it to preheat. On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough to less than 1/2 inch thickness.
Step Three: Use a cookie cutter (about 4 inches) to cut donuts, and a smaller cutter for donut holes.
Step Four: Brush the air fryer basket with melted butter or lightly coat with cooking spray. Arrange the donuts in the basket so they are not touching each other.
Step Five: Lightly brush the tops of the donuts with melted butter. Set cook time for 5-6 minutes, and set air fryer temperature to 350 degrees F, using air fryer setting
Step Six: Air fry the donut holes at the same temperature and time until golden brown.
Step Seven: In a shallow bowl, mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. The glaze should be thin but thick enough to coat the donuts. Once the donuts are done cooking, immediately dip each one into the glaze, coating evenly.
Step Eight: Place the glazed donuts on a wire rack and allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Easy Air Fryer Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts Recipe Tips
- Don’t overcrowd the basket: Leave space between donuts for even cooking.
- Brush with butter: Gives a golden color and richer flavor before air frying.
- Check thickness: Keep the dough under 1/2 inch for perfect air frying.
- Glaze while warm: Dip donuts immediately after cooking for a smooth, even coating.
- Customize toppings: Add sprinkles, cinnamon sugar, or chocolate drizzle for variety.
Storing Instructions
- Room Temperature: Store cooled donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Refrigerator: Keep donuts in a sealed container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Wrap donuts individually in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 1 month; thaw before serving.
- Reheating: Warm donuts in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes or in the microwave for 15–20 seconds.
Easy Air Fryer Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts Recipe Faqs
Can I make these donuts ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the dough ahead and store it in the refrigerator for a few hours before air frying.
Can I use a different flour? Self-rising flour is best for light, fluffy donuts, but you can substitute all-purpose flour with added baking powder.
How do I prevent the donuts from sticking? Lightly grease the air fryer basket or brush with melted butter before cooking.
Can I make these donuts gluten-free? Yes, use a gluten-free self-rising flour blend in place of regular flour.
How long do the donuts stay fresh? Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Can I customize the glaze? Absolutely! Try chocolate, cinnamon sugar, or sprinkles for a fun twist.
More Easy Air Fryer Recipes
- AIR FRYER SOUR CREAM DONUTS
- AIR FRYER STRAWBERRY DONUTS
- EASY CINNAMON SUGAR AIR FRYER DONUT HOLES
- AIR FRYER STRAWBERRY JELLY DONUTS
- AIR FRYER CHOCOLATE FUDGE DONUTS
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Easy Air Fryer Copycat Krispy Kreme Donuts Recipe
Description
Ingredients
Donuts:
- 1 1/2 cup self-rising flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Glaze/Icing:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 1/2 cup self-rising flour, 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add the 1 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt and mix it until a dough forms. I like to use my hands for this.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F, air fryer setting. On a clean work surface lightly dusted with flour, roll out the dough until it is a little under 1/2 inch thick.
- Cut the dough; I like to use a 4-inch cookie cutter, plus a smaller size to make the donut holes.
- Brush the basket with the melted 4 tablespoons unsalted butter and place the donuts, not touching them into the basket. Brush with the butter. Air Fry for about 5-6 minutes (at 350 degrees F, air fryer setting) or until lightly golden brown. Repeat with the donut holes (same time and temperature)
- While the donuts are air frying up, make the glaze/icing: To Make the Glaze/Icing: Mix the 1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons milk, and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract in a shallow bowl. You want the glaze to be thin yet thick enough o coat the donuts.
- When the doughnuts are done cooking, immediately dip them into the glaze and coat them all over.
- Place on a wire rack to cool.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Nutrition
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Kelly
Omg yum! I only cook for 4 minutes and next time I’ll add more glaze, they lasted 10 minutes in my house
Daniella
Would vanilla Greek yogurt work in this recipe? Would it make the dough too sweet? Thank you.