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Gluten-free air fryer Boston Cream donuts topped with chocolate glaze and creamy filling

Gluten-Free Air Fryer Boston Cream Donuts

Delicious gluten-free donuts filled with creamy vanilla pastry cream and topped with rich chocolate glaze, made easily in your air fryer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups Gluten-free flour Make sure to use a good quality gluten-free blend.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking powder This helps the donuts rise.
  • 1/2 cup Sugar Adjust according to taste.
  • 2 large Eggs Room temperature eggs work best.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Use dairy or non-dairy milk as per preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavor.
For the Vanilla Pastry Cream
  • 1 cup Heavy cream For a rich pastry cream.
  • 1/2 cup Powdered sugar For sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract For flavor.
For the Chocolate Glaze
  • 1 cup Semisweet chocolate chips For melting.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy cream To melt with chocolate.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Optional, for a glossy finish.
  • 2 tablespoons Corn syrup To enhance shine.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Mix the gluten-free flour, baking powder, and sugar in a bowl.
  2. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract together.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients to form the donut batter.
  4. Let the dough rest for about 15 minutes.
Making Vanilla Pastry Cream
  1. Whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
  2. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, mixing until combined.
  3. Chill in the refrigerator while preparing the donuts.
Cooking
  1. Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Shape the dough into donuts and place in the air fryer basket.
  3. Air fry the donuts for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  4. Remove and let cool completely.
Making the Chocolate Glaze
  1. Melt chocolate chips, heavy cream, butter, and corn syrup in a saucepan over low heat until smooth.
  2. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before dipping the donuts.
Assembly
  1. Fill each donut with chilled pastry cream using a piping bag.
  2. Dip the filled donuts into the warm chocolate glaze before serving.

Notes

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer before serving for best results.