Banana Donut Holes

Two-ingredient crew, stand up because you’ll LOVE this one! Inspired by @consciouskitchen these 2 Ingredient Banana Donut Holes will become your new sweet-treat obsession. With just two ingredients and some amateur (at best) kitchen skills, you’ll create the most and pillowy donut holes that require minimal effort but deliver maximum taste.

What stands out

Kind of like your high school prom dress, these 2 Ingredient Donut Holes are doing the absolute most without even trying. The ripe mashed bananas deliver that level of natural sweetness which is only accentuated by the cinnamon sugar dusting. The banana also adds moisture, resulting in a soft and moist texture, while the self-rising flour gives these banana donuts their distinct chewiness. Overall, these 2 Ingredient Banana Donuts are a wholesome treat that tastes like an indulgent dessert – the combo!

How to Prepare

In a bowl mash the ripe banana. Add the flour and mix with a spatula or fork.

Once the dough becomes crumbly, then begin using your hands to create a smooth dough. Mix just until a ball forms. (Do not overmix.)

Divide the dough into 7 equal pieces. Lightly oil your hands and roll each piece of dough into a ball.

Spray the basket of an air fryer with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange the donut holes in the basket, making sure they are not touching each other. Then cook in a 350F (177C) air fryer for 6 minutes.

Carefully remove the donuts from the air fryer. Next, lightly brush with the remaining oil and then roll in cinnamon sugar.

Finally enjoy warm!

Kitchen tip

The amount of flour you add will depend on the size of the banana, and the sweetness will vary based on the ripeness of the banana (the riper, the better). We used one medium, ripe banana for this recipe.

Swaps

1. Add a teaspoon of vanilla or almond extract to the batter for a hint of flavor.
2. Instead of cinnamon sugar, try drizzling the cooked donuts in melted chocolate.
3. Feel free to add a pinch of salt and/or sugar directly to the batter for a dash of salty or sweet flavor.
4. In place of avocado oil, you can use coconut oil or even maple syrup. After the donuts are done cooking, then dip them in your oil or syrup of choice.

Serve it with

• Try these dipped into our healthy berry-chia seed jam.
• Homemade Nutella is next-level and pairs perfectly with this recipe.
• Summoning crisp fall weather? Cozy up to donut holes and a Pumpkin Spice Latte.
• Our Yogurt Dip is a healthy side to enjoy along with these donuts.

Questions

What is self-rising flour and what if i can’t find it?

Self-rising flour is all-purpose flour that contains baking powder and salt. If you can’t find it, you can use 3/4 cup all-purpose flour instead and add 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1/8 teaspoon salt.

what if i don’t have an air fryer?

You can also deep- or shallow-fry these in a neutral oil with a high smoke point. Our preference is avocado oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy all over, about 2 minutes per side. Baking won’t yield the same crispiness, but you can place the dough in the individual wells of a greased muffin tin and bake at 350F for 15 minutes.

can i make our own cinnamon sugar?

Certainly, just combine equal parts ground cinnamon and granulated sugar. Brown sugar works too. You only need about 1/4 cup for this recipe, but cinnamon sugar will last for years in a tightly sealed container.

Can these be made ahead of time?

These are best enjoyed warm, straight from the air fryer. They are not as tasty when reheated.

How large should the banana be?

You want approximately 1/2 cup of mashed banana. The banana must be ripe. We used 1 medium banana.

Ingredients

Makes 7 donuts

• 1 banana, ripe
• ¾ cup self rising flour, 95 grams
• 1 tablespoon avocado oil, or coconut oil
• cinnamon sugar, granulated sugar + cinnamon to taste
• non-stick cooking spray, such as avocado oil

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Mixing Bowls
• Spatula
• Pastry Brush
• Measuring Cups + Spoons

Method

1. In a bowl, mash the ripe banana. Add the flour and mix with a spatular or fork.
2. Once the dough becomes crumbly, begin using your hands to create a smooth (but sticky on the inside) dough. Mix just until a ball forms. (Do not overmix.)
3. Divide the dough into 7 equal pieces. Lightly oil your hands and roll each piece of dough into a ball.
4. Spray the basket of an air fryer with non-stick cooking spray. Arrange the donut holes in the basket, making sure they are not touching each other.
5. Cook in a 350F (177C) air fryer for 6 minutes.
6. Carefully remove the donuts from the air fryer. Lightly brush with the remaining oil and then roll in cinnamon sugar.
7. Enjoy warm!