Simple Dessert Recipe
Looking for a quick, healthy dessert that’s both delicious and easy to make? These banana donut holes require just two ingredients and are air-fried to perfection for a light, tasty treat. No fuss, just flavor!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 17 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 donut holes
Calories: 104.2 kcal per donut hole
Author: Carine Claudepierre
Ingredients
For the Donut Holes:
- ½ cup ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
- ¾ cup self-rising flour
For the Coating:
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup unrefined sugar (or substitute with Monk Fruit Blend for a sugar-free version)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted, or use melted vegan butter)
For Kneading:
- 2-3 teaspoons melted coconut oil
Instructions
- Make the Dough:
Mash the banana into a smooth puree, making sure you get ½ cup of it. Add in the self-rising flour and mix with a rubber spatula. As the dough starts to form lumps, oil your hands and knead the dough until it forms a sticky ball. If it’s too wet, add 2–3 tablespoons of extra flour, but avoid over-flouring. - Shape the Donut Holes:
Lightly grease your hands with melted coconut oil. Take a tablespoon of dough, roll it into a ball, and place it on a plate lined with parchment paper. Continue until all the dough is shaped into little balls. - Air Fry the Donut Holes:
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (180°C). Lightly spray the basket with oil and place the donut holes inside, leaving about 1 inch between each. Air fry for 6–7 minutes or until they’re puffed up and golden brown. - Coat in Cinnamon Sugar:
After they’re air-fried, brush each donut hole with melted coconut oil using a pastry brush. Then, roll them in a mixture of cinnamon and sugar until evenly coated. - Serve:
Serve immediately for a warm and delicious snack!
Pro Tips
- Storage: Store donut holes in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Gluten-Free Option: You can substitute self-rising flour with a gluten-free blend, but remember to add baking powder.
- Flavor Tip: For extra flavor, add a splash of vanilla extract to the dough mixture.
Nutrition Information
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 donut hole | 104.2 kcal | 1.5g | 17g | 3.7g | 0.6g | 7.4g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimates and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. For accurate dietary advice, consult a nutritionist.
Banana Donut Holes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 8 donut holes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Quick and healthy banana donut holes, air-fried for a delicious treat.
Ingredients
- ½ cup ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
- ¾ cup self-rising flour
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup unrefined sugar (or Monk Fruit Blend for sugar-free)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)
- 2-3 teaspoons melted coconut oil (for kneading)
Instructions
- Mash the banana into a smooth puree, ensuring you get ½ cup.
- Add the self-rising flour and mix with a rubber spatula until dough forms lumps.
- Oil your hands and knead the dough until it forms a sticky ball, adding extra flour if too wet.
- Lightly grease your hands and roll tablespoons of dough into balls, placing them on a parchment-lined plate.
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (180°C). Spray basket with oil and place donut holes inside, leaving space between.
- Air fry for 6–7 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Brush each donut hole with melted coconut oil and roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Serve immediately for a warm and delicious snack.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Substitute self-rising flour with a gluten-free blend, adding baking powder if needed. Add vanilla extract for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American