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Copycat Hostess Powdered Donettes Recipe

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  • Author: Ivy
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 11 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Copycat Hostess Powdered Donettes recipe offers a quick and easy way to enjoy the classic powdered sugar-coated mini donuts using refrigerated biscuits and an air fryer. Perfect for a delightful snack or breakfast treat, these donettes are golden, fluffy, and coated in a sweet powdered sugar dusting.


Ingredients

Donettes Ingredients

  • 1 package of refrigerated biscuits (full size or mini)
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • Cooking spray, as needed for greasing


Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). If your air fryer model does not need preheating, you can skip this step.
  2. Prepare the Biscuits: Open the can of refrigerated biscuits and separate each biscuit, laying them out flat on a clean surface.
  3. Shape the Donettes: Using a small round cookie cutter or the rim of a small glass, carefully cut a hole in the center of each biscuit to create the classic donut shape.
  4. Air Fry the Donettes: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Place the shaped donettes in a single layer in the basket without overlapping. Depending on your air fryer’s capacity, you may need to cook in multiple batches.
  5. Cook: Air fry the donettes at 350°F (175°C) for 4 to 6 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Watch closely to avoid overcooking, as times may vary depending on your appliance.
  6. Coat with Powdered Sugar: Remove the warm donettes from the air fryer and immediately place them in a bowl of powdered sugar. Gently roll them around until evenly coated, then shake off any excess sugar.
  7. Serve: Serve your air-fried Copycat Hostess Powdered Donettes while warm for the best taste and texture. Enjoy!

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh refrigerated biscuits rather than frozen ones.
  • Adjust cooking time based on the size of the biscuits and your specific air fryer model.
  • You can experiment with different coatings such as cinnamon sugar or glaze instead of powdered sugar.
  • Ensure donettes are spaced adequately in the air fryer for even cooking.
  • Serve immediately as donettes are best enjoyed fresh and warm.