Air Fryer Blueberry Donuts: Soft, Cake-Like Homemade Donuts You Can’t Get Enough Of!
These air fryer blueberry donuts are the ultimate homemade donut recipe for anyone who loves a bakery-style treat without the hassle. Imagine soft, cake-like donuts packed with fresh blueberries. They are finished with a light vanilla glaze. The air fryer does all the work. No yeast, no deep-frying, no hot oven; just easy, impressive results every time.
If you’re looking for an easy donut recipe to make at home, this one is perfect for summer breakfasts, afternoon snacks, or any time you want something special without the fuss.
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I keep coming back to this recipe because it hits that perfect balance of feeling homemade but polished. The batter is simple and straightforward: just whisk, fold, and spoon it into silicone molds. However, the result looks like you picked them up at a fancy bakery.
You get soft bakes with juicy bursts of blueberry in every bite. That classic glazed donut shine on top makes them feel extra special. Honestly, these are the kinds of homemade donuts you can make without planning ahead. No yeast, no rising time, and no oil splatter on your stove. Just a reliable, repeatable homemade blueberry donuts recipe you’ll want to save forever.
Pro Tip: Toss the blueberries in a bit of flour before folding them into the batter, so they stay evenly distributed throughout. Since air fryers can vary, start checking at 7 minutes to keep that perfect glazed donut texture without overbaking.
Serving Suggestions
Serve these donuts for breakfast with coffee or milk, or pack them as an easy afternoon snack. They work well on a brunch table, stacked on a platter with fresh fruit for color.
You can also freeze them unglazed. Then reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes before adding glaze for a fresh-baked taste anytime.
These Air Fryer Blueberry Donuts are a perfect homemade snack or summer breakfast treat. If you’re planning a bigger spread, check out more breakfast and brunch recipes for inspiration, or explore my full dessert recipes collection for something sweet to finish any meal.
If you love baking with blueberries, don’t miss my Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake for another homemade favorite. And be sure to check out my collection of blueberry recipes.
Tried these Air Fryer Blueberry Donuts? Let me know how you served them – warm with coffee, as an afternoon snack, or at your next brunch. Don’t forget to rate the recipe and leave a comment below.
Ingredients
For the donuts:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅓ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup fresh blueberries tossed in 1 teaspoon flour
For the glaze:
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1½ tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 320℉ for 3-5 minutes.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Gently fold in the blueberries that have been tossed with flour.
- Spoon the batter into greased silicone donut molds, filling them about ¾ full.
- Place the molds in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 320℉ for 8-10 minutes, or until the donuts are golden and spring back when touched.
- Let the donuts cool in the molds for a few minutes before removing.
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla to make the glaze. Dip or drizzle the cooled donuts with the glaze before serving.
Notes
- Lightly greasing silicone molds helps prevent sticking.
- Air fryer temperatures can vary. Check doneness at 7 minutes if your air fryer runs hot.
- For a thicker glaze, reduce the milk slightly.
