Valentine’s Day Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe

When you bite into these golden, velvety donuts with a lightly crisp edge, you’ll notice how effortlessly the sweet glaze and festive sprinkles transform simple canned biscuits into a delightful celebration of flavor and texture. It’s a great way to indulge and share a little love in every bite.

Ingredient Guide

• 16 ounces canned biscuits (8 count): The base of your donuts. Fluffy, tender, and easy to shape.
• 3 cups powdered sugar: Key for the sweet, smooth glaze that clings to every bite.
• 4 tablespoons milk: Lightens the glaze to a perfect, velvety coating.
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: Adds warm, aromatic depth to the glaze.
• Red and pink food coloring (optional): To tint the glaze, making your donuts festive and romantic.
• Assorted Valentine’s Day sprinkles: For that final joyful crunch and holiday charm.

Prep Before You Begin

Setting yourself up for success means getting all ingredients measured out and your air fryer preheated to 350°F. Separation of the biscuits ahead of time will save you scramble later. I find a clean surface and a small glass to cut the donut holes make the shaping simple and fun.

How to Make Valentine’s Day Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe

1. Separate the canned biscuits carefully so you don’t stretch or tear the dough. If you press lightly on a biscuit first, it’ll release the edges easier.
2. Cut a circle from the middle with a small glass or cookie cutter to create your donut shapes. Those little donut holes make perfect bite-sized treats!
3. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F. This step ensures a wonderfully even cook with a delicate crisp exterior.
4. Place the donut shapes in the air fryer basket, making sure they’re spaced apart enough for air to circulate beautifully. Cook for 5 minutes.
5. Flip your donuts gently and air fry for another 5 minutes until golden and puffy.

6. Prepare your glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust milk quantity if you want it thicker or thinner — I find a slightly thicker glaze sticks best without sliding off.
7. Add your food coloring to portions of the glaze if you’d like to get festive with pink and red hues. It’s a simple way to brighten the whole presentation.
8. While still warm, dip each donut into the glaze, letting the excess drip off lightly but coating the surface evenly.
9. Immediately top with sprinkles before the glaze sets. This keeps the festive touch locked in place and adds a crisp fun texture.
10. Don’t forget the donut holes! They’re just as delicious dipped in glaze and sprinkled, making your breakfast feel extra special—plus, leftover dough never goes to waste.

Creative Variations for Valentine’s Day Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe

• Add a dash of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice to the biscuit dough before cooking for an autumnal twist.
• Swap the glaze’s vanilla for almond extract to give your donuts a more nutty, fragrant flavor.
• Try dipping the donuts in melted dark or white chocolate in place of glaze for a richer finish.
• Finish with crushed freeze-dried raspberries or dried rose petals for a sophisticated Valentine’s touch.
• Use heart-shaped cookie cutters alongside your circle cutter to bring playful shapes to your dessert plate.
• Top with drizzled caramel sauce after glazing for an irresistible sweet touch.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating

• Store: Keep your glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
• Freeze: Un-glazed biscuit donuts freeze best. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap and place in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month.
• Reheat: Warm frozen donuts in the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes before glazing for best texture.
• Tip: Glaze fresh after reheating to keep the shine and softness intact.

Valentine’s Day Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe FAQs

• Can I use homemade biscuit dough? Absolutely! Fresh dough works wonderfully and lets you customize flavors even more.
• What if I don’t have an air fryer? You can bake these donuts in a 375°F oven for about 10-12 minutes per side, but the texture will be a bit different.
• How do I avoid soggy donuts? Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation for a crisp finish.
• Can I make the glaze ahead? Yes, keep it refrigerated and whisk gently before dipping to bring it back to smooth perfection.
• Are these donuts best fresh? Like most donuts, they’re at their peak the day they’re made, but proper storage helps retain tasty enjoyment for a couple of days.

Valentine’s Day Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts Recipe

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Celebrate Valentine’s Day with these quick and delightful Air Fryer Biscuit Donuts. Made from simple canned biscuits, these homemade donuts are air fried to golden perfection, then dipped in a sweet vanilla glaze and decorated with festive red, pink, and assorted Valentine’s Day sprinkles. Perfect for a fun and easy treat to share with loved ones!

• Author: Olivia
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 8 donuts plus donut holes
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Donut Base

• 16 ounces canned biscuits (8 count)

Glaze

• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 4 tablespoons milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Red and pink food coloring (optional)

Toppings

• Assorted Valentine’s Day sprinkles

Instructions

1. Prepare Dough: Separate each canned biscuit and carefully cut a small circle from the center of each biscuit to create a donut shape along with donut holes from the cut-out centers.
2. Air Fry Donuts: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the donut-shaped biscuits in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry for 5 minutes, then flip each donut and cook for an additional 5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
3. Make the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. If desired, separate the glaze into different bowls and add red or pink food coloring to create festive colors.
4. Glaze the Donuts: While the donuts are still warm, dip each donut into the glaze, letting excess drip off. Immediately decorate with assorted Valentine’s Day sprinkles for a festive touch.
5. Glaze the Donut Holes: Repeat the glazing and decorating process with the donut holes for a complete Valentine’s treat.

Notes

• Make sure the donuts are warm before glazing to help the glaze stick better.
• Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; work in batches if necessary for even cooking.
• You can customize the glaze colors using your favorite food coloring to match any occasion.
• Serve donuts immediately after glazing for the best texture, or store in an airtight container for up to one day.