Loukoumades are little Greek doughnuts, traditionally deep-fried and drenched in honey syrup. The air fryer makes them light and golden with a fraction of the oil. A treat best eaten warm. Here's how.
Key takeaways
Q: How do you make loukoumades in an air fryer?
A: Shape a soft yeast dough into balls and air fry at 180°C (360°F) for 8–10 minutes, then dip in honey syrup.
Q: Are they as good as fried?
A: Lighter and less greasy — softer than deep-fried, but still golden and honeyed.
The method
Make a soft, slightly wet yeast dough and let it prove. Shape into small balls (oiled hands help), and air fry until golden and risen. Warm honey with a little cinnamon and lemon, and dip the hot doughnuts so they soak it up. Finish with walnuts.
The recipe
Air Fryer Loukoumades
Ingredients
- 250g flour, 7g yeast, 150ml warm water
- 1 tsp sugar, pinch salt
- Honey, cinnamon, lemon
- Walnuts to finish
Method
- Make a soft dough; prove 1 hour.
- Shape into balls; air fry at 180°C for 8–10 min.
- Warm the honey syrup.
- Dip the hot doughnuts; top with walnuts.
Tips
- Soft, wet dough gives a light texture.
- Oiled hands make shaping easier.
- Dip while hot so they soak up the syrup.
Frequently asked questions
How do you make loukoumades in an air fryer?
Make a soft yeast dough, prove it, shape into balls, and air fry at 180°C for 8–10 minutes. Dip the hot doughnuts in warm honey syrup.
Are air fryer loukoumades as good as fried?
They're lighter and far less greasy — a little softer than deep-fried, but still golden, risen and honeyed.
What syrup goes on loukoumades?
Warm honey with a little cinnamon and lemon, with chopped walnuts to finish — the traditional Greek topping.