Air Fryer Sourdough Donuts

Air Fryer Sourdough Donuts are a twist on a classic fried Donut. These donuts are made with Active Sourdough Starter to create a tender, flaky, and pillowy-soft texture. Finally, these pastries are “fried” in an air fryer which gives the exterior that deep-fried texture without the heavy feeling in your stomach afterward.

Hypoallergenic

Air Fryer Sourdough Donuts contain allergen-friendly ingredients. Most donuts contain dairy milk and eggs which makes it difficult for those with egg and dairy allergies to enjoy them.

Therefore, this recipe substitutes eggs for Unsweetened Applesauce. Unsweetened Applesauce has a similar consistency to eggs which makes it an easy substitution. Furthermore, instead of dairy milk, Oat Milk is used. Oat Milk has a thicker consistency than Almond Milk which makes it the better non-dairy milk substitute for baking.

Finally, Active Sourdough Starter is incorporated into the dough which helps reduce the gluten content. The longer you allow the dough to ferment and rise, the more reduced the gluten will be. The recipe itself calls for a minimum of 6 hours of rising time, however, you can let the dough rise for up to 24 hours.

In conclusion, these donuts are egg and dairy free, and gluten-reduced which makes these a delicious treat for all!

Air Fryer Sourdough Donuts Ingredients

• Organic, All Purpose Flour
• Coconut Sugar
• Ground Cinnamon
• Active Sourdough Starter
• Pink Salt
• Unsweetened Applesauce
• Oat Milk
• Unsalted Butter, Melted

The Chocolate Chip Glaze Ingredients

• Powdered Sugar
• Cocoa Powder
• Oat Milk
• Mexican Vanilla
• Crushed Mini Chocolate Chips

Making the Chocolate Chip Glaze

1. First, sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a mixing bowl.
2. Next, add the Oat Milk, Mexican Vanilla, and crushed Mini Chocolate Chips to the dry ingredients.
3. Then, using a whisk or fork, thoroughly mix until there are no lumps and the glaze is smooth.
4. Finally, set the glaze aside until after the donuts have cooled slightly.

Making the Sourdough Donut Dough

1. First, in a Bosch Universal Mixer, pour all of the ingredients into the mixing bowl.
2. Next, place the lids onto the mixer and turn it on to speed 3.
3. Then, allow the ingredients to mix until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl.
   • If your dough is not pulling away from the sides of the bowl, add 1 tbsp. of flour at a time. This will help the dough form. Similarly, if the dough is too dry, add 1 tbsp. more of Oat Milk at a time.
4. Next, turn off the mixer and take out the dough.
5. Then, form the dough into a ball. Place the dough into a Banneton Bowl and cover it with a tea towel.
6. Finally, allow the dough to rise for a minimum of 6 hours prior to baking the donuts.

Place All of the Ingredients into a Mixer

Take the Dough Out and Shape It Into a Ball

Frying the Sourdough Donuts

1. First, lightly flour a surface and a ball of donut dough.
2. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough until about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick.
3. Next, using a donut cutter, cut out rounds from the dough. Then, cut the rounds with the donut hole cutter (if desired). Re-form the ball, re-roll, and cut until all of the dough is used.
4. Then, place the donuts on a parchment-lined or nonstick baking sheet.
5. Next, lightly coat an air fryer basket with Avocado Oil.
6. Then, place 3 to 4 donuts in a single layer in the air fryer (the donuts should not be touching). Close the air fryer and set it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
7. Next, cook the donuts for 5-6 minutes in total, flipping halfway through until the donuts are golden brown. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until all the donuts have been cooked.
   • To cook the donut holes, “fry” them for 3 minutes total.
8. Finally, transfer the donuts back to the baking sheet and allow them to cool.

Lightly Flour the Surface and the Dough Before Rolling It Out

Roll the Dough Out and Cut It

Place the Unbaked Donuts Onto a Baking Sheet

Place 4 Donuts Into the Basket of an Air Fryer

“Fry” the Donuts at 350 Degrees

Dipping the Air Fried Sourdough Donuts into the Chocolate Chip Glaze

1. Once the donuts have cooled slightly, dip them into the Chocolate Chip Glaze.
2. Then, place the donuts (glaze side up) on a wire rack with parchment paper beneath (this will help catch the excess glaze that drips off the donuts).
3. Finally, serve them on a platter and enjoy!

Dip the Air Fried Sourdough Donuts into the Glaze

Let the Glaze Set

Serve and Enjoy!

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Air Fryer Sourdough Donuts

Yield: 24 Donuts

Prep Time: 6 hours 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Additional Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 6 hours 30 minutes

Air Fryer Sourdough Donuts are a twist on a classic fried Donut. These donuts are made with Active Sourdough Starter to create a tender, flaky, and pillowy-soft texture. Finally, these pastries are "fried" in an air fryer which gives the exterior that deep-fried texture without the heavy feeling in your stomach afterward.

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Ingredients

Sourdough Donuts Ingredients

• 4 1/2 c. Organic, All Purpose Flour
• 3/4 c. Coconut Sugar
• 1/2 tsp. Ground Cinnamon
• 1/4 c. Active Sourdough Starter
• 1/4 tsp. Pink Salt
• 3/4 c. Unsweetened Applesauce
• 1 1/3 c. Oat Milk
• 1/2 c. Unsalted Butter, Melted

Chocolate Chip Glaze

• 1 c. Powdered Sugar, Sifted
• 3 tbsp. Cocoa Powder, Sifted
• 6 tbsp. Oat Milk
• 1/2 tbsp. Mexican Vanilla
• 1/2 c. Crushed Mini Chocolate Chips

Instructions

For the Chocolate Chip Glaze

1. First, sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a mixing bowl.
2. Next, add the Oat Milk, Mexican Vanilla, and crushed Mini Chocolate Chips to the dry ingredients.
3. Then, using a whisk or fork, thoroughly mix until there are no lumps and the glaze is smooth.
4. Finally, set the glaze aside until after the donuts have cooled slightly.

Making the Sourdough Donut Dough

1. First, in a Bosch Universal Mixer, pour all of the ingredients into the mixing bowl.
2. Next, place the lids onto the mixer and turn it on to speed 3.
3. Then, allow the ingredients to mix until the dough begins to pull away from the sides of the bowl. If your dough is not pulling away from the sides of the bowl, add 1 tbsp. of flour at a time. This will help the dough form. Similarly, if the dough is too dry, add 1 tbsp. more of Oat Milk at a time.
4. Next, turn off the mixer and take out the dough.
5. Then, form the dough into a ball. Place the dough into a Banneton Bowl and cover it with a tea towel.
6. Finally, allow the dough to rise for a minimum of 6 hours prior to baking the donuts.

"Frying" the Sourdough Donuts

1. First, lightly flour a surface and a ball of donut dough.
2. Using a rolling pin, roll out the dough until about 1 to 1 1/2 inches thick.
3. Next, using a donut cutter, cut out rounds from the dough. Then, cut the rounds with the donut hole cutter (if desired). Re-form the ball, re-roll, and cut until all of the dough is used.
4. Then, place the donuts on a parchment-lined or nonstick baking sheet.
5. Next, lightly coat an air fryer basket with Avocado Oil.
6. Then, place 3 to 4 donuts in a single layer in the air fryer (the donuts should not be touching). Close the air fryer and set it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
7. Next, cook the donuts for 5-6 minutes in total, flipping halfway through until the donuts are golden brown. Repeat steps 6 and 7 until all the donuts have been cooked. To cook the donut holes, "fry" them for 3 minutes total.
8. Finally, transfer the donuts back to the baking sheet and allow them to cool.

Dipping the Sourdough Donuts Into the Chocolate Chip Glaze

1. Once the donuts have cooled slightly, dip them into the Chocolate Chip Glaze.
2. Then, place the donuts (glaze side up) on a wire rack with parchment paper beneath (this will help catch the excess glaze that drips off the donuts).
3. Finally, serve them on a platter and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 12 Serving Size: 2
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 399Total Fat: 11gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 53mgCarbohydrates: 71gFiber: 3gSugar: 30gProtein: 6g