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Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts

Delicious Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts Made Easy at Home

Enjoy these Gluten-Free Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts, a delightful treat that captures the essence of traditional bakeries.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Base
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Choose a blend that mimics traditional flour
  • 1 cup Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a healthier alternative
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Essential for leavening
  • 2 large Eggs Fresh eggs for moisture and flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Whole milk or almond milk for dairy-free
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Pure extract for better flavor
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Softened, or use coconut oil as a dairy-free substitute
For the Pastry Cream
  • 1 cup Vanilla Pastry Cream Thick and cooled before filling
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 1 cup Chocolate Glaze Use dark chocolate for better flavor

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • piping bag
  • Donut Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, combine gluten-free flour, sugar, and baking powder, then mix in soft butter until crumbly.
  2. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until combined, then pour into the dry mixture.
  3. Lightly dust a surface with more flour and mold the dough into donut shapes.
  4. Place shaped donuts on a tray and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Air fry the donuts for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through for even browning.
  7. Cool the donuts slightly, then fill each with pastry cream using a piping bag.
  8. Melt chocolate for the glaze and dip the tops of each filled donut into it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store donuts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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