Name: Air Fryer Banana Donut Holes Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: PT-491857H56M59S
Total time: 24 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 ¾ cup pancake mix; 1 large ripe banana; ¼ cup white granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; ½ cup powdered sugar; 1 small ripe banana

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Introduction

These Air Fryer Banana Donut Holes are a quick and tasty treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Soft, fluffy, and infused with banana flavor, they’re easy to make and come with two delicious coating options—cinnamon sugar or a sweet banana glaze.

A white plate piled with round dough balls arranged in two layers, some covered with a light glaze showing a shiny, smooth light brown texture, and others coated with a dusting of sugar and cinnamon giving a speckled look. The dough balls vary slightly in color from pale beige to golden brown, with a soft, fluffy surface. The background is a white marbled texture, with blurred hints of yellow and clear containers in the distance. A yellow cloth is partially visible at the bottom right corner. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 ¾ cup pancake mix
1 large ripe banana
¼ cup white granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ cup powdered sugar
1 small ripe banana
Nonstick spray (for greasing)

Instructions

Step 1: Peel the large banana and mash it in a medium mixing bowl until smooth with no big chunks.
Step 2: Add the pancake mix and stir until the mixture starts forming clumps.
Step 3: Grease your hands lightly with nonstick spray and knead the dough gently by hand until it just comes together. It may feel sticky, which is fine—avoid overworking.
Step 4: Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls, about 1 inch each, greasing your hands as needed to prevent sticking.
Step 5: Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray, then arrange the donut holes inside, leaving about an inch of space between each.
Step 6: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 7 minutes, or until golden and puffed. Carefully remove and repeat with remaining dough.
Step 7: Choose a coating: either cinnamon sugar or banana glaze, or enjoy them plain while warm.
Step 8: For Cinnamon Sugar Coating: Mix ¼ cup white sugar with 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a small bowl. Spray warm donut holes with nonstick spray, then roll in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated.
Step 9: For Banana Glaze: Mash the small banana until smooth, then stir in powdered sugar until you reach a pourable glaze consistency. Dip donut holes in the glaze, toss to coat, and remove with a fork to set on parchment or a plate.

Tips & Variations

Use ripe bananas for the best sweetness and moisture in the dough.
Keep your hands greased when rolling to prevent sticking and make shaping easier.
Try adding a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract to the dough for extra flavor.
Air fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, which ensures even cooking and puffiness.
Swap cinnamon sugar coating for powdered sugar or drizzle melted chocolate for variety.

Storage

Store leftover donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or microwave to restore softness. Glazed donut holes are best eaten fresh but can be kept refrigerated.

How to Serve

A white plate holds a pile of round, golden-brown dough balls with a mix of glossy and matte textures. The top layer shows one dough ball split open, revealing a soft, fluffy inside with a light beige color. Some dough balls are shiny with a glaze, while others have a dusting of cinnamon sugar giving a grainy brown finish. The plate sits on a white marbled surface with blurred bananas and a small clear bowl in the background. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use a different type of flour instead of pancake mix?

Pancake mix works best because it contains leavening agents and a mix of flour and sugar. If you want to substitute, use self-rising flour and add your own sugar and baking powder accordingly, but results may vary.

What if my dough is too sticky to handle?

If the dough feels too sticky, add a little more pancake mix, a tablespoon at a time, until it’s easier to handle but still soft. Keeping your hands greased will also help manage stickiness when rolling.