Gluten-Free Air Fryer Boston Cream Donut Holes
Bite-sized donut holes made from convenient biscuit dough, filled with creamy vanilla pudding and topped with rich chocolate glaze. These miniature Boston cream donuts cook in just 4-7 minutes in the air fryer, making them perfect for quick desserts or weekend treats. The contrast between the fluffy fried dough, smooth vanilla filling, and decadent chocolate coating delivers all the classic Boston cream flavors in an easy handheld form.
Ingredients
- 1 package biscuits, found in dairy departmentpuff pastry1:1dessert
flakier texture
- 1 package vanilla pudding, with ingredients needed to makechocolate pudding1:1flavor
double chocolate version
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 4 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Cut each biscuit into 4 pieces and roll into balls
- 2
Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray or line with parchment paper
- 3
Air fry at 400 degrees F for 4 to 7 minutes until fully cooked
- 4
Let donut holes cool slightly while preparing chocolate glaze
- 5
Mix powdered sugar, cocoa powder, melted butter, vanilla, and milk until well blended
- 6
Prepare vanilla pudding according to package instructions
- 7
Fill donut holes with vanilla pudding using piping bag or cut Ziploc bag
- 8
Dip filled donuts into chocolate glaze
- 9
Plate and serve
Tips
Cut biscuit pieces evenly for uniform cooking and consistent donut hole size.
Don't overfill with pudding - a small amount in the center prevents messy overflow.
Let donuts cool slightly before glazing to prevent the chocolate from sliding off completely.
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, though best served fresh
Can prepare donut holes and glaze separately up to 1 day ahead, assemble before serving
Serve at room temperature immediately after glazing for best texture
Common Mistakes
Don't overfill with pudding to avoid messy overflow when biting
Let donuts cool before glazing to prevent chocolate from sliding off
Substitutions
double chocolate version
FAQ
Can I use homemade biscuit dough instead?
Yes, any biscuit dough works. Cut into small pieces and follow same air frying instructions for 4-7 minutes at 400°F.
How long do these keep fresh?
Best eaten same day but can be stored covered at room temperature for up to 2 days. Glaze may soften over time.
Can I freeze these donut holes?
Freeze unfilled donut holes for up to 1 month. Thaw and add pudding filling and glaze fresh before serving.