These Air Fryer Mini Doughnut Holes are made with just 2 ingredients-Greek yoghurt and self-raising flour, and take only 20 minutes start to finish. Dipped in cinnamon sugar and served with a drizzle (or dunk!) of melted chocolate, they’re the easiest way to bring that bakery-style doughnut magic to your kitchen without the deep fryer mess.
Why you’ll love these Air fryer 2 ingredient doughnut holes
There’s something so fun about making doughnuts at home—especially when they’re this simple. These air fryer doughnut holes use just two ingredients for the dough and come together in minutes, making them the ultimate quick treat when a sweet craving hits.
- Quick & easy – ready in under 15 minutes from start to finish.
- Just 2 ingredients – no yeast, no rising, no fuss.
- Air fried – lighter than traditional fried doughnuts but just as satisfying.
- Customizable – dip, drizzle, or dunk in your favorite chocolate.
- Mini-sized – the perfect bite-sized sweet treat (though good luck stopping at one!).
Step by step how to make these Easy Air fryer Doughnut Holes
Step one
- Mix together the yoghurt & flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Sprinkle 2-3tbsp flour over the dough, knead on the counter until combined. (Please note this dough is very sticky) Add more flour if needed.
- Weigh 35g balls of dough, dust your hands with flour, roll into balls in your hands.
Step two
- Spray the air fryer basket with oil spray.
- Bake for 12-14mins @160c.
Step three
- Melt the butter in the microwave.
- Dip the doughnut holes in the butter, then cover in the cinnamon sugar.
- Enjoy with a drizzle of melted chocolate, or pour the chocolate in a small bowl for dipping.
Tips to take the best Air fryer Doughnut Holes
Making these mini doughnuts couldn’t be easier, but a few simple tricks will help them turn out perfectly light, fluffy, and coated in just the right amount of cinnamon sugar.
- Use a little flour on your hands when shaping the dough to keep it from sticking.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches for the best golden finish.
- Brush lightly with melted butter before rolling in cinnamon sugar for extra stick and flavor.
- Serve warm for maximum fluffiness and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate goodness.
- Store leftovers (if there are any!) in an airtight container and reheat for a few seconds in the air fryer.
FAQ: How to make the ultimate air fryer 2 ingredient doughnut holes
Got questions about ingredients, storage, or baking alternatives? Here are the most common queries answered so you can whip up these doughnut holes with confidence.
- Can I use plain flour instead of self-raising?
- Yes, just add 2 teaspoons baking powder per 150g of plain flour to make your own.
- Can I make them ahead of time?
- They’re best enjoyed fresh, but you can shape the dough, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before air frying.
- Do I have to coat them in cinnamon sugar?
- Nope! You could leave them plain, dust with icing sugar, or even glaze them with vanilla or chocolate icing.
- Can I bake them instead of air frying?
- Yes, bake at 180°C (350°F) for about 12–14 minutes, but the air fryer gives them the best texture.
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Ingredients
Air fryer doughnut holes (makes 10)
- 250ml Greek yoghurt
- 250g self raising flour
Topping
- 4tbsp melted butter
- 1tbsp cinnamon
- 5tbsp caster/granulated sugar
Instructions
- Mix together the yoghurt & flour until a shaggy dough forms.
- Sprinkle 2-3tbsp flour over the dough, knead on the counter until combined. (Please note this dough is very sticky) Add more flour if needed.
- Weigh 35g balls of dough, dust your hands with flour, roll into balls in your hands.
- Spray the air fryer basket with oil spray.
- Bake for 12-14mins @160c.
- Melt the butter in the microwave.
- Dip the doughnut holes in the butter, then cover in the cinnamon sugar.
- Enjoy with a drizzle of melted chocolate, or pour the chocolate in a small bowl for dipping.
Notes
- You can make the doughnut holes smaller, but adjust the time so you do not over bake them.
