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Air Fryer Banana Donut Holes Recipe

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This delightful recipe for Air Fryer Banana Donut Holes offers a quick and healthier twist on classic fried donuts. Made with ripe bananas and pancake mix, these bite-sized treats are air-fried to golden perfection, resulting in fluffy, tender donut holes with a deliciously light texture. You can enjoy them plain or coated in cinnamon sugar or a sweet banana glaze, making them perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert.

Ingredients

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Donut Holes

  • 1 ¾ cup pancake mix
  • 1 large ripe banana
  • ¼ cup white granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Toppings

  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 small ripe banana

Instructions

  1. Mash the Banana: Peel the large banana and place it in a medium mixing bowl. Use a fork to mash it thoroughly until the mixture is smooth with no large chunks remaining.
  2. Mix the Dough: Add the pancake mix to the mashed banana and stir until the ingredients begin to form clumps.
  3. Knead the Dough: Lightly grease your hands or wear gloves sprayed with nonstick spray, then gently knead the dough by hand. The dough will be somewhat sticky—this is normal. Be careful not to overwork it; just mix it enough to come together well.
  4. Form Donut Holes: Roll the dough into tablespoon-sized balls, about 1 inch in diameter. Keep your hands greased as you work to prevent sticking.
  5. Prepare the Air Fryer: Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Place the donut holes inside, ensuring about an inch of space between each to allow for puffing. Typically, place about 6 donut holes at a time if using a small air fryer.
  6. Air Fry: Cook the donut holes at 350°F (175°C) for 7 minutes, or until they are golden brown and have puffed up nicely.
  7. Repeat: Carefully remove the finished donut holes and repeat the air frying process with the remaining dough.
  8. Cinnamon Sugar Coating: In a small bowl, mix ¼ cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
  9. Coat Donut Holes: Spray the warm donut holes lightly with nonstick spray to help the sugar adhere. Then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly coated. Do this in small batches for easier handling.
  10. Prepare Banana Glaze: In a separate bowl, mash the small banana until smooth. Add ½ cup powdered sugar to the banana and stir until you achieve a smooth, pourable glaze.
  11. Glaze the Donut Holes: Dip the warm donut holes into the banana glaze, tossing gently to coat. Lift them out with a fork and place on parchment paper or a plate to allow the glaze to set.
  12. Serve: Enjoy the donut holes warm, either plain, coated in cinnamon sugar, or glazed with the banana mixture.

Notes

  • Greasing your hands while handling the sticky dough helps prevent sticking and makes shaping easier.
  • Spacing donut holes adequately in the air fryer basket ensures they puff up evenly without sticking together.
  • If you prefer a sweeter treat, opt for the banana glaze; for a classic flavor, the cinnamon sugar coating works beautifully.
  • Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and optimal flavor in both the dough and glaze.
  • Cook times may vary depending on your air fryer model; check for a golden color and puffiness as indicators of doneness.

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