🍩 Sweet Potato Donuts (Air Fryer & Gluten-Free)

Golden, soft, and nourishing — a healthy twist on classic donuts.

Who says donuts can’t be healthy? These Sweet Potato Donuts are soft on the inside, slightly crispy on the outside, and made with just a few wholesome ingredients. There's no added sugar, no frying in oil, and absolutely no guilt — just the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, the earthy richness of oat flour, and the crunch of toasted nuts on top.

Baked in the air fryer, they’re quick to make and even quicker to disappear.

🛠 Kitchen Tools

• Air fryer

• Large bowl

• Fork or potato masher

• Measuring cups or kitchen scale

• Small spoon or your finger (for making the donut hole)

  
  

🧾 Ingredients

Makes about 6–8 small donuts

• Sweet potatoes (peeled and cooked): 400 g / 14 oz

• Oat flour: 100 g / 3.5 oz (approx. 1 cup)

• Mixed nuts (chopped): 50 g / 2 oz (approx. ⅓ cup)

• Optional: cinnamon, vanilla, or a pinch of salt for extra flavor

• Spray oil for the air fryer

  
  

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Cook the sweet potatoesSteam or microwave the sweet potatoes until soft — about 8–10 minutes if steaming or 5–6 minutes in the microwave (cut into chunks).

2. Mash to a puréeIn a bowl, mash the cooked sweet potatoes with a fork or masher until smooth.

3. Mix the doughAdd the oat flour to the mashed sweet potato. Stir until a soft, uniform dough forms.(Optional: Add a pinch of cinnamon, nutmeg, or vanilla for a spiced version.)

4. Shape the donutsWith damp hands, roll dough into small balls. Flatten slightly and make a hole in the center with your finger or a small spoon.

5. Add toppingsCrush the mixed nuts slightly and press them into the top of each donut for crunch and visual appeal.

6. Air fry to perfectionLightly spray or brush the donuts with vegetable oil. Place them in the air fryer basket (not touching) and cook at 180ºC / 350ºF for 15 minutes.Check doneness — they should be golden and slightly firm. If needed, add 2–3 more minutes.

7. Cool and serveLet them cool slightly before serving. They’ll firm up as they rest!

   
   

🍯 Optional Toppings

• Drizzle with melted dark chocolate or peanut butter

• Dust with cinnamon and monk fruit sweetener

• Serve with yogurt or jam on the side

✅ Why You’ll Love These

• Naturally sweet — no added sugar

• Gluten-free and flourless (if using certified GF oats)

• Protein boost from the nuts

• No baking powder or yeast needed

• Fun for kids and adults alike!

Whether you're meal prepping or looking for a cozy weekend treat, these Sweet Potato Donuts check all the boxes: fast, healthy, delicious — and totally Insta-worthy.