Crescent Roll Donuts Recipe
Crescent roll donuts are a quick and easy treat that you can make with just a few simple ingredients. These homemade donuts have a flaky and buttery texture, and they're perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings any time of day. In this recipe, we'll show you how to transform store-bought crescent roll dough into delicious donuts that will rival your favorite bakery treats. With minimal prep and cooking time, you'll have fresh, warm donuts ready to enjoy in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 can 8 oz refrigerated crescent roll dough
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions:
Prepare the Crescent Roll Dough:
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease the air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray.
Shape the Donuts:
- Open the can of refrigerated crescent roll dough and separate it into 8 triangles along the perforated lines.
- Stretch each triangle slightly to elongate it.
- Roll up each triangle starting from the wider end to form a crescent roll shape.
Form Donut Shapes:
- Pinch the ends of each rolled-up crescent roll together to seal and form a circular shape, resembling a donut.
Fry the Donuts:
- Pour vegetable oil into a shallow frying pan, filling it to about 1 inch depth.
- Heat the oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place the donuts into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Fry the donuts for 1-2 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and puffed up.
- Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried donuts to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
- In a shallow dish, mix together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon.
- While the donuts are still warm, brush them with melted butter using a pastry brush.
- Immediately roll the buttered donuts in the cinnamon sugar mixture until they are evenly coated.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Transfer the cinnamon sugar-coated donuts to a serving platter.
- Serve the crescent roll donuts warm and enjoy them as a delicious snack or dessert.
Notes
Tips:
- You can customize the flavor of the donuts by adding a pinch of nutmeg or vanilla extract to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- If you don't have an air fryer, you can also bake the shaped donuts in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 10-12 minutes until they are golden brown.
- Enjoy the donuts plain or serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as chocolate ganache, caramel sauce, or fruit preserves.