crescent donuts

Yum! 😍 Crescent Donuts are the easiest way to make warm, fluffy, golden donuts with minimal effort — thanks to store-bought crescent roll dough. They’re soft inside, crispy outside, and can be coated in cinnamon sugar, glazed, or filled. No yeast, no fuss!

🍩 Easy Crescent Donuts (Fried or Air-Fried)

🍴 Makes: 8 donuts (plus holes)

⏱ Total Time: 20 minutes

🧂 Ingredients:

• 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (like Pillsbury, 8-count)

• Vegetable oil for frying (or use an air fryer)

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1–2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)

Optional Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 1–2 tbsp milk

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

🍳 Instructions (Fried Version):

1. Separate the dough:

   • Unroll crescent dough and press perforations together to make a single sheet.

   • Use a round biscuit cutter or glass to cut out donut shapes.

   • Use a smaller cutter or bottle cap to make the holes.

2. Heat the oil:

   • Fill a deep skillet or pot with about 1.5 inches of oil.

   • Heat to 350°F (175°C) — test with a thermometer or a small dough piece (should sizzle gently).

3. Fry the donuts:

   • Fry donuts 1–2 minutes per side, or until golden brown.

   • Fry donut holes for about 30–45 seconds per side.

   • Remove with slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

4. Coat while warm:

   • Toss in cinnamon sugar OR dip in glaze and let set on a cooling rack.

🍩 Air Fryer Instructions (Healthier!):

1. Prepare the dough as above.

2. Lightly spray donuts with oil or brush with melted butter.

3. Air fry at 350°F for 5–6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden.

4. Toss in cinnamon sugar or glaze while warm.

📝 Tips & Variations:

• Fill with jam, Nutella, or cream after frying using a piping bag.

• Try chocolate glaze, maple glaze, or drizzle with caramel.

• Donut holes make great little snacks or party bites!