Air Fryer Halloween Chocolate Eyeball Donuts
- Cook Time: 21 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (16.3 oz) refrigerated flaky layers biscuits (8 count)
- Coconut oil spray or butter-flavored cooking spray
- 1 cup chocolate frosting or chocolate ganache
- 16 to 24 large candy eyeballs
- 1 tube red decorating gel (for the “bloodshot” look)
- Optional: Black or orange sprinkles
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Dough: Open the can of biscuits and separate them on a clean cutting board. Use a small round biscuit cutter or even a clean bottle cap to cut a hole out of the center of each biscuit to create the classic donut shape. Save the centers to make donut holes later!
- Step 2: Air Fry the Donuts: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the dough rings in the basket in a single layer, making sure they do not touch. Lightly spray the tops of the dough. Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3 to 5 minutes. Flip them over halfway through and cook until they are golden brown and puffed up.
- Step 3: Cool the Donuts: Carefully remove the donuts from the air fryer and place them on a wire cooling rack. It is important to let them cool for at least 5 to 10 minutes before frosting. If the donuts are too hot, the chocolate glaze will melt and run right off the sides.
- Step 4: Glaze with Chocolate: Warm the chocolate frosting in the microwave for 10-15 seconds until it reaches a dip-able consistency. Dip the top of each cooled donut into the chocolate, swirling slightly to get an even coat. Place them back on the wire rack or a piece of parchment paper.
- Step 5: Decorate with Eyeballs: While the chocolate is still tacky, press two or three candy eyeballs into the top of each donut. You can place them symmetrically or scattered for a more “monster-like” appearance. If using sprinkles, add them now before the frosting sets.
- Step 6: Add Spooky Details: Once the chocolate has set, use the red decorating gel to draw thin, squiggly lines radiating from the candy eyeballs. This creates a “bloodshot” effect that makes the donuts look extra creepy for your Halloween celebration.