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Gluten-Free Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts

Gluten-Free Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts to Indulge Your Cravings

Enjoy these Gluten-Free Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts that satisfy your sweet cravings with a delightful taste of nostalgia.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Dough
  • 2 cups Gluten-Free Flour Blend Can use 1:1 gluten-free flour mixture or almond flour
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Brown sugar adds moisture and depth
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's gluten-free
  • 2 large Eggs Opt for free-range for better flavor
  • 1 cup Milk Almond or oat milk can work for dairy-free options
  • 1/4 cup Butter Coconut oil works as a dairy-free substitute
  • 1 tbsp Vanilla Extract Using fresh vanilla beans can elevate the taste
For the Pastry Cream
  • 1 cup Pastry Cream Can make gluten-free using cornstarch
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 1 cup Chocolate Glaze Opt for dairy-free chocolate if needed

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • piping bag
  • Donut Cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour blend, sugar, and baking powder until well combined.
  2. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, crack the eggs and add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk together until smooth.
  3. Combine Mixtures: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix gently until a smooth batter forms.
  4. Chill Dough: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  5. Shape Donuts: Roll the dough to about ½-inch thickness and cut out donuts using a donut cutter.
  6. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F for about 5 minutes.
  7. Cook: Place shaped donuts into the air fryer and cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  8. Make Pastry Cream: While the donuts are cooking, heat the milk and whisk together cornstarch, sugar, and egg yolks in a separate bowl.
  9. Fill Donuts: Once cooled, use a piping bag to fill each donut with the cooled pastry cream.
  10. Glaze: Melt the chocolate glaze and dip the tops of each filled donut into it, letting the excess drip off.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These donuts are perfect for a cozy brunch and can be customized with different fillings or toppings to suit your taste.

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