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2-Ingredient Apple Pie Donut Holes
Craving something warm, sweet, and homemade without spending hours in the kitchen? These 2-Ingredient Apple Pie Donut Holes are the answer!
Made with just refrigerated biscuit dough and apple pie filling, these little treats are soft and fluffy on the inside, golden on the outside, and packed with cozy apple-pie flavor. They’re incredibly easy to make and perfect for breakfast, brunch, dessert, or an afternoon treat.
The best part? You only need two main ingredients!
🍎 Ingredients
For the Donut Holes
- 1 can (16 oz / 450 g) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 1 cup apple pie filling
Optional Toppings
These aren’t required, but they make the donut holes extra delicious:
- Powdered sugar
- Cinnamon sugar
- Caramel sauce
- Vanilla glaze
- Melted butter
- Extra cinnamon
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Apple Filling
Place the apple pie filling on a cutting board and roughly chop the larger apple pieces into smaller pieces.
This makes the filling easier to tuck inside the biscuit dough.
2. Prepare the Biscuit Dough
Open the biscuit dough and separate the biscuits.
Take one biscuit and gently flatten it into a small circle.
Place about 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling in the center.
Be careful not to overfill it, or the filling may leak out during cooking.
3. Seal the Donut Holes
Carefully pull the edges of the biscuit dough up and around the apple filling.
Pinch the seams together firmly to completely seal the filling inside.
Roll gently between your palms to form a smooth ball.
Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
🔥 Air Fryer Method
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
Place the filled dough balls in the basket, leaving a little space between them.
Air fry for approximately 8–10 minutes, turning them halfway through if needed, until golden brown and cooked through.
Cooking times can vary depending on your air fryer, so keep an eye on them toward the end.
🍳 Oven Method
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Place the donut holes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each one.
Bake for approximately 12–16 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
🍩 Optional Fried Method
For a more traditional donut texture, you can fry the filled dough balls.
Heat about 2 inches of neutral cooking oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to approximately 350°F (175°C).
Carefully add a few donut holes at a time and fry until golden brown, turning occasionally for even cooking.
Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
Use caution when working with hot oil.
🍬 Add a Sweet Finish
Cinnamon Sugar
Brush the warm donut holes lightly with melted butter, then roll them in a mixture of:
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Powdered Sugar
Simply dust the warm donut holes generously with powdered sugar.
Vanilla Glaze
Mix:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Drizzle over the cooled donut holes.
Caramel Apple Style
Drizzle warm donut holes with caramel sauce and sprinkle with a little cinnamon.
🍎 Helpful Tips
Don’t overfill them. A small amount of apple filling is enough. Too much can make sealing the dough difficult.
Seal the edges well. Make sure there are no openings where the filling can escape.
Chop the apples. Smaller apple pieces are much easier to wrap inside the dough.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Give the donut holes room for the hot air to circulate.
Let them cool slightly. The apple filling can be extremely hot immediately after cooking.
🥧 Can I Use Homemade Apple Pie Filling?
Absolutely! Homemade apple pie filling works beautifully. Just make sure the filling isn’t overly watery. If it’s very liquidy, drain off some of the excess sauce before filling the dough.
❄️ How to Store Them
Store leftover donut holes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheat them briefly in the air fryer or oven to bring back some of their warm, freshly baked texture.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
These little apple treats are especially good served warm with:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
- Powdered sugar
- Cinnamon sugar
- A drizzle of vanilla glaze
- A cup of coffee or hot tea
⭐ Final Thoughts
You don’t need a long ingredient list or complicated baking skills to make something delicious.
With just refrigerated biscuit dough and apple pie filling, you can create warm, golden, bite-sized treats that taste like a cross between an apple pie and a fresh donut.
They’re quick, inexpensive, and perfect whenever that apple-pie craving hits!
