these air fryer donut holes are way easier than they look
I want to share a life update because it’s been a big week over here.
olive started school 🥹
i know it’s summertime and people are like... what do you mean school?? but here’s the deal. our incredible nanny, who’s been with us for the past two years, is moving into her next chapter. and with both troy and i working, we knew we needed something consistent. we spent the spring touring many schools, hoping to find the right fit, and we actually found one we really loved. the best part? they offer a summer program with the same teachers she’ll have in the fall. so we decided to ease her in part-time this summer.
she just had her first day this week.
i was fully ready. truly. i was excited. i know how good it is for her to be around other kids and to have her own little routine. but of course, the second i hugged her goodbye and walked out of the classroom, i burst into tears. couldn’t even make it to the car.
the good news is: she had a great time. the school sends photos during the day, which honestly makes it all feel easier. i get to see her painting, playing, making new little friends. it helps.
here’s us at our very first school pick up!!
if you’re a parent and you’ve been through this, then you know. it’s one of those milestone moments that just hits different. i cannot believe we’re already here. i’m literally crying as i type this. so okay, i’m gonna go wipe my tears and pull myself together.
just had to share. thanks for being here with me. always.
I have to tell you something kind of wild 😳
my cookbook comes out next week. like... next week.
i’ve been working on this thing for the past two years. it’s filled with the recipes my family actually eats. the ones i make over and over again. and the best part? everything takes 30 minutes or less and uses 10 ingredients or fewer.
there’s a full section for every part of the day; breakfast, smoothies, apps, sides, chicken, beef, fish, pasta, vegetarian meals, pizza and dessert. it’s all in there. over 100 beginner-friendly recipes. if you can turn on a stove, you can cook from this book.
writing it wasn’t easy. definitely not glamorous. it was a lot of grocery runs, a lot of flops, and a lot of cooking after my daughter went to bed. but i did it because i wanted to be in your kitchen with you, so you don’t have to feel stressed or overwhelmed when it’s 6pm and you have no idea what’s for dinner. or when you just want something sweet, fast, and homemade like these donut holes. lets get to the recipe!!
why i love these donut holes:
no yeast, no deep frying
made with greek yogurt so they’re packed with protein
gluten-free if you use gf flour
toddler approved (my daughter loves them)
you probably already have everything in your kitchen
air fryer yeast-free donut holes!
Ingredients
total time: 20 minutes
makes: about 16 donut holes
you’ll need: air fryer, mixing bowl, measuring cups, something to stir with
donut holes:
1 cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup thick greek yogurt
1 teaspoon vanilla
avocado oil spray or olive oil spray
optional glaze:
2 teaspoons milk (of choice cows, almond, oat etc.)
2 to 3 teaspoons powdered sugar (or see below to make your own)
how to make them
sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a big bowl. just helps keep things smooth.
add in the greek yogurt and vanilla. mix with a spoon or your hands until a dough forms. it might be a little sticky. that’s okay. if it's too sticky, add a little extra flour. if it feels dry, add a spoon of yogurt.
divide the dough into 16 little balls. think golf ball size. roll them on a floured surface so they don’t stick.
spray with oil and pop them into your air fryer in a single layer. cook at 350° for 9 minutes. shake halfway through so they brown evenly.
if you're glazing them, mix the milk and powdered sugar until it’s smooth. wait until the donut holes are cool, then dip or drizzle.
eat immediately or store in a sealed container for a couple days. they’re best fresh, though.
substitutions
flour: use regular all-purpose if you're not gluten-free. I have also used oat flour and almond flour, they both work well.
greek yogurt: any thick yogurt works. just avoid anything runny. its key to make sure it’s really really thick.
powdered sugar: make your own by blending regular sugar in a blender until it’s fine. add a little cornstarch or arrowroot if you want it smooth
milk: any milk works here
no glaze? roll them in cinnamon coconut sugar (before they go in the air fryer) or melted chocolate after they have cooled.
appliances + tools i used (i’ll link my favs)
BEST mixing bowls
blender or spice grinder (if making your own powdered sugar)
if you make these, tag me on Instagram at @jazzleaf_ or reply to this email. i want to see how they turn out for you. and i can’t wait to send you the cookbook link next week. you’ll be the first to get the alert. i'm so, so excited and kind of nervous too (??) but in a good way 😉
love you. talk soon.
xox, jazz