2-Ingredient Donuts

If you’re craving warm, fluffy donuts without the mess of deep-frying or the hassle of yeast dough, these 2-Ingredient Donuts are about to become your new favorite treat. Made simply with self-rising flour and vanilla yogurt, these donuts come together in minutes and cook beautifully in the air fryer for a light, golden finish.

Skip the drive-thru—these donuts are quick, tasty, and surprisingly wholesome. Finish them with cinnamon sugar or your favorite glaze for a bakery-style treat made effortlessly at home.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Just 2 Ingredients: Simple dough made with yogurt + flour.
• Healthier Option: Air-fried instead of deep-fried.
• Quick & Easy: Ready in under 20 minutes.
• Customizable: Roll in cinnamon sugar, glaze them, or dip in chocolate.
• Kid-Friendly: Fun to shape, cook, and decorate.
• No Special Tools Needed: No yeast, no mixer, no fancy equipment.

Ingredients

For the Donut Dough

• 1 ¾ cups self-rising flour (or flour + baking powder; see notes)
• 1 cup vanilla plant-based yogurt (or any vanilla yogurt)

To Coat the Donuts

• 3 tablespoons unrefined sugar
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• ¼ cup dairy-free butter, melted

For Handling the Dough

• 1–2 tablespoons melted coconut oil (any neutral oil works)

Instructions

1. Make the Donut Dough

1. Add self-rising flour and vanilla yogurt to a large bowl.
2. Stir with a spatula until it starts to form a dough.
3. Oil your hands and knead until soft, smooth, and elastic.

2. Shape the Donuts

1. Divide the dough into 8 equal balls.
2. Oil your hands again and smooth each ball.
3. Press your thumb into the center of each ball and widen the hole generously—
   the holes shrink while air frying.

3. Air Fry

1. Grease the air fryer basket.
2. Place 4 donuts at a time, spaced apart.
3. Air fry at 350°F (180°C) for 8–9 minutes until puffed and golden.

4. Coat the Donuts

1. Mix sugar and cinnamon in a bowl.
2. Brush warm donuts with melted butter.
3. Roll immediately in the cinnamon sugar.

5. Repeat with Remaining Dough

Air fry the remaining donuts and coat the same way.

Tips / Storage / FAQs

Tips for the Best Donuts

• Generously oil your hands—this dough is sticky.
• Make big donut holes to prevent them from closing during cooking.
• Brush with butter for that classic donut flavor.
• Use vanilla yogurt for the best sweetness and taste.

Storage

• Refrigerate: Up to 3 days in an airtight container.
• Freeze: Up to 1 month in freezer bags.
• Reheat: Air fryer at 330°F or microwave 10–15 seconds.

FAQs

Can I bake these instead of air frying?
Yes—bake at 350°F (180°C) for 15–18 minutes until golden.

Can I use Greek yogurt?
Yes—add a splash of milk if the dough feels too dry.

What if I don’t have self-rising flour?
Use:

• 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
• 3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
• Pinch of salt

Can they be made gluten-free?
Yes—use a 1:1 gluten-free flour + baking powder.

Final Thoughts

These 2-Ingredient Donuts are the ultimate quick fix for donut cravings—light, fluffy, and endlessly customizable. Whether coated in cinnamon sugar or drizzled with glaze, they deliver warm bakery-style goodness with minimal effort. Perfect for busy mornings, sweet snacks, or fun weekend baking with kids.

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