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    Air Fryer Toasted Coconut Lime Donuts

    Published: Jul 29, 2020 · Modified: Sep 15, 2022 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 34 Comments

    Air Fryer Toasted Coconut Lime Donuts are made with canned biscuits and a quick coconut lime glaze. Top them with toasted coconut and you have a quick and easy breakfast or treat.

    coconut lime donuts with limes
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    Ingredients Needed for this Air Fryer Donut Recipe

    • can of large, flaky biscuits
    • non-stick spray for air fryer
    • confectioners powdered sugar
    • coconut extract
    • lime juice and zest
    • toasted coconut flakes

    How to Make these Easy Donuts

    1. Remove the biscuits from the can and allow them to rise on a cutting board or silicone mat. Use the tool of your choice (I used a piping tip!) to make a hole in each biscuit. Now you have 8 large donuts and 8 donut holes to air fry.
    2. Preheat your air fryer to 350º. Once preheated, spray the basket with non-stick spray. Place 3-4 donuts and holes in the basket and spray the top of them. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes, spraying the other side after flipping.
    3. Once the donuts are nice and brown, remove them from the air fryer and allow them to cool. While the donuts are cooking and cooling, make the coconut lime glaze.
    4. Add all of the ingredients to a bowl and whisk together to fully incorporate the powdered sugar.
    5. Once your donuts have cooled, top with the glaze and sprinkle with toasted coconut. Enjoy!
    air fryer coconut lime donuts on a plate with glaze and limes on a cutting board
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    Different Ways to Make a Hole in the Biscuit

    I don't make donuts that often so I've never purchased a donut cutter. They do make them, they are cookie cutters with a large hole around a small hole just like a donut.

    A lot of times you don't need a specific tool for one thing. Here are some ideas of what tools you might have around your kitchen to make a hole in your donut:

    • bottom of a large piping tip
    • shot glass
    • the lid of cooking spray (or any round lid with deep sides)
    • cookie/biscuit cutter
    • if you can't find any of these, you can use a knife
    biscuit with piping tip to cut a hole for donuts

    Tips on making the Coconut Lime Glaze

    To get the glaze nice and smooth, use a whisk to make sure all of the powdered sugar gets mixed in well. You can add more lime juice or a little milk if you want a thinner glaze.

    For the coconut extract, I started with ½ teaspoon and added another ½ after tasting the ratio. Remember, you can always add more flavor but you can't remove it!

    frosting and toasted coconut for donuts

    An easy way to Toast Coconut

    Did you know you can toast coconut in the microwave?? Place sweetened coconut on a microwave-safe plate and cook for 1 minute in the microwave. Remove the plate from the microwave and stir the coconut.

    Put it back into the microwave for 20-30 second intervals, stirring after each time to even out the cooking. Be careful, the plate gets hot!! You can also toast coconut in the oven or on the stovetop in a pan. I always burn it on the stove so the microwave has become my method of choice.

    Which Air Fryer I Use

    There are so many different types of air fryers out there now, and each one is slightly different. There are countertop air fryers, air fryer ovens, and air fryer attachments to name a few. They even make full-size ovens that act as air fryers now!!

    I have the COSORI Pro Air Fryer Oven Combo (shown below) and I love it. It does take up some counter space so make sure you have room for it. If you want a smaller option, check out the COSORI Small Air Fryer.

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    Air Fryer Tips

    • Non-stick spray is your friend! You always want to spray the basket and food before air frying (unless otherwise noted) so that nothing sticks to the basket and the outside of your food gets nice and crispy.
    • Preheating the Air Fryer makes a big difference. Preheating will help with even cooking and less wait time in the beginning. If you don't preheat, the first batch will cook differently than the next, etc.
    • Remember to always read the instruction manual and follow what your manufacturer recommends.
    air fryer donuts, frosting, toasted coconut and limes on a cutting board

    Can these be made without an Air Fryer?

    Yes! If you don't have an air fryer, no problem. Preheat your oven to 350º. Dip each donut in melted butter or spray with non-stick spray on both sides. Place on a baking sheet and bake for around 15 minutes. They are done when they are nice and golden brown. Allow them to cool before adding the glaze.

    More Coconut Recipes to Try!

    • Coconut Fig Crumble Bars
    • Gluten-Free Coconut Madeleines
    • Coconut Margarita Cocktail and Cupcake
    • Frozen Strawberry Coconut Margaritas
    air fried donuts with coconut lime glaze and toasted coconut on top
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    air fried toasted coconut lime donut and limes

    Air Fryer Toasted Coconut Lime Donuts

    Air Fryer Toasted Coconut Lime Donuts are easy to make with canned biscuits and a quick coconut lime glaze with toasted coconut.
    5 from 12 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 18 minutes
    Total Time: 23 minutes
    Servings: 8 Donuts
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer

    Ingredients

    • 1 can large flaky biscuits

    Coconut Lime Glaze

    • 1 cup confectioners powdered sugar
    • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
    • 2 tablespoon lime juice
    • 1 teaspoon lime zest
    • ¼ cup sweetened coconut flakes, toasted

    Instructions

    • Open the can of biscuits and place them on a non-stick surface (i.e. silicone mat, wax paper, cutting board) or a plate. This will allow them to rise slightly as you are prepping.
      canned biscuits
    • Create a hole in each of the biscuits using your tool of choice. As you can see in the photo, I used a large piping tip, the bottom was the perfect size! Now you have 8 large donuts and 8 donut holes to air fry.
      biscuit with piping tip to cut a hole for donuts
    • Preheat your air fryer for a few minutes at 350°F. Once preheated, spray the basket with non-stick spray, place 3-4 donuts and holes in the basket, and spray the top of them. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes, spraying the other side after flipping.
      biscuits in air fryer for donuts
    • Once the donuts are nice and brown on each side, remove them from the air fryer and allow them to cool. While the donuts are cooking and cooling, make the coconut lime glaze.
      air fried donuts after air frying
    • Add all of the ingredients for the glaze into a bowl and whisk together to fully incorporate the powdered sugar. You can add more lime juice or a little milk if you want a thinner glaze.
      coconut lime frosting for donuts
    • Once your donuts have cooled, top with the glaze and sprinkle with toasted coconut. Enjoy!
      coconut lime donuts with limes

    Notes

    • Always read the instruction manual that came with your Air Fryer and follow all safety guidelines.

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Lucy Reyes says

      August 04, 2020 at 3:19 am

      Oh wow these look amazing and sound so good! My son LOVES donuts but we hate that they're friend so he gets them like once every other month haha so I love that these are done in the air fryer, how cool!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 04, 2020 at 3:23 am

        My son loves donuts too so this is a great alternative to frying or going to the donut shop and buying a $3 donut!

        Reply
    2. Therese says

      August 04, 2020 at 2:21 am

      These look so yummy. So I have an air fryer and an InstaPot and I had no idea that you could get an attachment to your Instapot that would act as an air fryer.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 04, 2020 at 3:22 am

        The attachment is pretty cool and takes up less space than another appliance. But, since you already have an air fryer, you can make these donuts...LOL!

        Reply
    3. Hailey says

      August 04, 2020 at 12:55 am

      Oh my goodness these look amazing. I can't wait to try them.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 04, 2020 at 1:31 am

        Thank you!! I hope you get a chance to make them soon!

        Reply
    4. Heather Ritchie says

      August 03, 2020 at 9:45 pm

      5 stars
      You had me at donut! And then I saw how simple they were to make and I was sold. I can't wait to try them because I love coconut and donuts. Great, simple recipe.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 03, 2020 at 10:07 pm

        They are so easy you will be making these all the time!!

        Reply
    5. Amelia says

      August 03, 2020 at 9:16 pm

      Ok my mouth it totally watering now! These look stunningly yummy!!

      Reply
    6. debra says

      August 03, 2020 at 12:18 am

      5 stars
      Must give this a try in the air fryer....brilliant idea.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 03, 2020 at 3:35 pm

        Thank you! It' so worth it!

        Reply
    7. Marina says

      August 02, 2020 at 10:38 am

      5 stars
      Oh those doughnuts look delicious and my daughter will love them

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 02, 2020 at 2:47 pm

        Thank you!! I'm sure your daughter will love them and maybe she can help you make them!

        Reply
    8. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

      August 02, 2020 at 9:00 am

      5 stars
      Great food photos. It looks so good.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 02, 2020 at 2:47 pm

        Thank you!!

        Reply
    9. Michele peterson says

      August 01, 2020 at 10:44 pm

      5 stars
      Loved these donuts - such a great alternative to the high-fat variety!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 02, 2020 at 2:42 am

        I'm so glad you enjoyed them! I love that the air fryer gives you a healthier alternative to foods you love.

        Reply
    10. Chef Dennis says

      August 01, 2020 at 8:37 am

      5 stars
      I am craving right now! These Air Fryer Toasted Coconut Lime Donuts are totally delicious.

      Reply
    11. Leslie says

      August 01, 2020 at 1:56 am

      5 stars
      What a great summer treat!!

      Reply
    12. Christie Gagnon says

      July 31, 2020 at 11:09 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything coconut-lime, YUM! Such a delicious treat.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        August 01, 2020 at 12:01 am

        It's one of my favorite combinations as well!

        Reply
    13. Andréa Janssen says

      July 31, 2020 at 7:46 pm

      5 stars
      I love the use of the air fryer to prepare these donuts. I love the lime with these donuts

      Reply
    14. Sue says

      July 31, 2020 at 12:05 pm

      5 stars
      The combination of lime and toasted coconut is so fresh and delicious! I might have to try this glaze on a few more things. Thank you for this recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 31, 2020 at 2:49 pm

        You're welcome! This glaze would be so amazing on so many things.

        Reply
    15. Estelle Forrest says

      July 31, 2020 at 4:31 am

      5 stars
      so easy and looks so tasty. Gonna make these with my daughter this weekend

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 31, 2020 at 2:50 pm

        Oh good! My son loved these and he loved cutting out the holes too.

        Reply
    16. Alexandra says

      July 31, 2020 at 4:22 am

      5 stars
      These are brilliant! Such a clever way to use the air fryer - and coconut and lime is a delicious combination!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 31, 2020 at 2:50 pm

        Air fryers really are a game-changer in the kitchen. Add in some donuts and I'm all in!

        Reply
    17. Scarlet says

      July 29, 2020 at 8:18 pm

      These air fryer donuts sound so summery and delicious. I love the flavor combo of toasted coconut with lime. Yummy!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 29, 2020 at 8:41 pm

        I'm so glad you enjoyed them, coconut and lime are the best combo!

        Reply

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