Air-fry small dough balls quickly at high heat
Roll dough into small balls and air-fry at 180°C for about 8–10 minutes for a fast, baked-style result.
Portion the dough into evenly sized balls so they cook at the same rate. Air-fry at 180°C for 8–10 minutes, then cool briefly before glazing or handling further.
The short version
- Keep portions the same size for even cooking.
- Cool briefly before glazing.
What you need
- air fryer
How to do it
- 1
Roll the dough into evenly sized balls (e.g., 12 pieces).
Keeping size consistent helps them finish at the same time.
Watch this step - 2
Air-fry at 180°C for 8–10 minutes.
Adjust time slightly based on your air fryer and ball size.
Watch this step - 3
Remove and cool for about 5 minutes before dipping or topping.
Cooling helps the coating stick and prevents melting/tearing.
Watch this step
What goes wrong
Making uneven-sized balls
Weigh or count portions so they’re uniform.
Dipping while too hot
Let them cool for a few minutes first.
Why it works
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