Description

Enjoy vibrant and delicious Air Fryer Ube Donuts, featuring a fluffy interior and crispy exterior. Made with ube (purple yam), these donuts are a visually stunning, guilt-free treat that’s perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert. Quick, easy, and healthier than traditional fried donuts, they’re ideal for sharing with family and friends or indulging in a sweet moment anytime.

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

1 cup ube puree (fresh or canned)
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
½ tsp vanilla extract
½ cup milk (or milk alternative)
1 large egg
2 tbsp melted butter

For the Toppings (Optional):

Powdered sugar
Ube glaze (powdered sugar + ube extract)
Sprinkles

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Instructions

Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
Mix Dry Ingredients: Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix ube puree, milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract in another bowl.
Combine Mixtures: Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Form Donuts: Grease a silicone donut mold or pan. Fill each section about ¾ full with batter.
Air Fry: Place mold in air fryer basket and cook 8–10 minutes. Check doneness with a toothpick.

Cool and Glaze: Remove donuts from mold and cool for a few minutes. Add powdered sugar, glaze, or sprinkles if desired.

Notes

Measure ingredients accurately for light and fluffy donuts.
Do not overmix the batter.
Add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for extra flavor.
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature up to 2 days, or refrigerate for longer freshness.