Description
Delight in a fun and colorful treat with these Air Fryer Lucky Charms Donuts. Made with crushed Lucky Charms cereal folded into a tender donut batter, these quick and easy donuts are air-fried to golden perfection in just 16 minutes. Perfect for a whimsical breakfast or snack, they combine the nostalgic flavors of Lucky Charms with the light crispness of air frying.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Add-ins and Others
- 1 cup Lucky Charms cereal (crushed)
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar until well combined to ensure even distribution of leavening and sweetness.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, large egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and thoroughly blended, creating the liquid base for the batter.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while gently folding to combine just until incorporated; avoid overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
- Fold in Cereal: Carefully fold in the crushed Lucky Charms cereal to distribute them evenly throughout the batter, adding a fun texture and flavor.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Fill Donut Molds: Spoon the batter into silicone donut molds, filling each mold halfway. Sprinkle additional crushed Lucky Charms on top for extra crunch and color.
- Air Fry Donuts: Cook the donuts in the air fryer for 6 minutes until they turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Allow them to cool slightly before carefully removing from the molds.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- Use silicone donut molds that fit comfortably inside your air fryer basket.
- For extra color and texture, sprinkle additional crushed Lucky Charms on top before air frying.
- Donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- Adjust air frying time depending on your air fryer model, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
