How to shape donut holes without a hole cutter?

You don’t need a fancy donut cutter for this recipe. The dough is soft and pliable—perfect for hand-rolling or using a small cookie or ice cream scoop. To prevent sticking, lightly chill the dough and either oil your hands or dip them in water before shaping. A melon baller also works great for uniform bites.

Air fryer time for mini vs. regular donuts?

Mini donut holes cook much faster than full-sized keto donuts. For the 3-ingredient version, 3 minutes at 350°F is ideal. Regular-sized donuts often need 6–8 minutes and may require flipping to cook evenly. Smaller size equals faster crisp and better texture, especially when you're using almond flour-based dough.

What’s the best keto chocolate dip for donut holes?

My favorite? Melt 1/4 cup of sugar-free chocolate chips with 1 teaspoon of coconut oil. Stir until smooth and glossy. For added richness, mix in a dash of vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt. You can also create a layered dipping station with sugar-free white chocolate, peanut butter drizzle, or cinnamon glaze made from powdered monk fruit and almond milk.

Can kids help make keto donut holes?

Absolutely! This recipe is a kid-friendly winner. Kids can shape the dough, roll it in cinnamon-erythritol, and build their own dipping stations. It’s a great hands-on kitchen activity with no hot oil involved. Just keep an eye during air frying, as baskets get hot quickly. Plus, decorating their own keto donuts? Always a hit.

Keto Air Fryer Donut Holes 3 Ingredients, Amazing Texture!

Name: 3-Ingredient Keto Donut Holes: Air Fryer Bite-Sized Magic
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 8 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup almond flour; 2 oz cream cheese; 1 egg; 1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (for dipping)

Ingredients

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1 cup almond flour

2 oz cream cheese

1 egg

1/4 cup sugar-free chocolate chips (for dipping)

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Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 350°F.

2. Combine almond flour, cream cheese, and egg into a sticky dough.

3. Chill dough for 10 minutes.

4. Scoop or hand-roll into 1-inch balls.

5. Arrange donut holes in a single layer in air fryer basket.

6. Air fry for 3 minutes, shaking halfway through.

7. Melt chocolate chips with 1 tsp coconut oil for dip.

8. Serve hot with dips or toppings of choice.

Notes

Chilling dough makes shaping easier.

Cook in batches for best texture.

Customize with keto-friendly sprinkles or flavor extracts.

Author: recipesforchampions_admin
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 3 mins
Category: Keto Air Fryer Desserts
Method: Air Fryer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 donut holes
Calories: 85
Sugar: 0g
Sodium: 45mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 18mg