Ingredients
For Donuts:
- 2 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk, plus an additional tablespoon if needed
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
For Coating:
- 3-4 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Cooking spray or melted butter
Instructions
- Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined to ensure an even rise and flavor.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the cup of milk and the Greek yogurt into the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until they are just combined; the dough will be sticky, which is normal for this recipe.
- Bake in Donut Maker: Preheat your donut maker and spray it generously with cooking spray. Spoon enough dough into each donut mold hole to cover the bottom. Close the lid and cook until the donuts turn golden brown. Remove carefully and repeat with the remaining dough.
- Oven Method for Donut Holes: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add a bit more flour to your dough to thicken it slightly. Using a small trigger scoop or your oiled hands, shape the dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Air Fryer Method for Donut Holes: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and spray the basket with cooking spray. Similarly, thicken the dough with a bit more flour if needed. Scoop or roll the dough into small balls with oiled hands. Place the donut holes in the basket and cook for about 12 minutes until golden and cooked through.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar Coating: On a large plate, combine the sugar and cinnamon. Whisk together with a fork to evenly blend the spices.
- Coat the Donuts: Once the donuts or donut holes are cooked and slightly cooled, spray them with cooking spray or brush with melted butter. Then, dip or roll them generously in the cinnamon sugar coating on both sides to add a sweet and fragrant finish.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the Greek Yogurt Donuts warm or at room temperature as a delicious breakfast or snack treat.
Notes
- The dough is sticky; lightly flour your hands or use a scoop to handle it.
- You can adjust the milk quantity to get the right dough consistency for rolling or scooping.
- If using the oven or air fryer, adding extra flour helps make the dough easier to shape.
- Donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For a richer coating, use melted butter instead of cooking spray before dipping in cinnamon sugar.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Greek
- Diet: Vegetarian