Air Fryer Copycat Chinese Buffet Donuts

These delicious donuts from your favorite Chinese buffet can be made in your air fryer. They're incredibly tasty, quick, and simple!

Ingredients:

• 1 can of refrigerated biscuit dough
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

Instructions:

Crack open the chilled biscuit dough can and take the biscuits out one by one

Cut a donut-shaped hole in the middle of each biscuit using a small round cutter or the lid of a spice container

Don't throw away the donut holes

Set the temperature of your air fryer to 350F 177C

Combine the ground cinnamon and granulated sugar in a small bowl

Melted butter should be brushed on both sides of the donuts and donut holes

With some space between them, arrange the donuts and donut holes in the air fryer basket in a single layer

Cook the donuts in the air fryer for 45 minutes, rotating them midway, or until they are thoroughly cooked and golden brown

After taking the donuts out of the air fryer, quickly coat them evenly by dipping them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture

Enjoy your mouthwatering Air Fryer Copycat Chinese Buffet Donuts while they're still warm!

Chive Cocktail Potato Crisps

You can serve these Chive Cocktail Potato Crisps to guests or eat them yourself as a tasty snack. When you mix crispy potatoes with fragrant chives, you get a great flavor that will impress your guests.

Ingredients:

• 500g baby potatoes, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Toss baby potatoes that have been thinly sliced with olive oil and salt in a bowl until they are well covered

Place the potato slices on a baking sheet that has been lined with parchment paper so that they are all in one layer

To make the potatoes crispy and golden brown, bake them for 15 to 20 minutes and flip them over halfway through

Take the potato crisps out of the oven and top them with finely chopped fresh chives

As soon as possible, serve as a tasty cocktail snack

Grain-Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes

For those on a Paleo diet, these Grain-Free Carrot Cake Cupcakes are a tasty and nutritious treat. Instead of traditional grains, they are flavorful, moist, and bursting with the goodness of almond and coconut flour.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1/2 cup shredded carrots
• 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
• 3 eggs
• 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts optional
• 1/4 cup raisins optional

Instructions:

Set the oven temperature to 175C 350F

Almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and nutmeg should all be combined in a big bowl

Whisk eggs, applesauce, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil, and honey or maple syrup in a separate bowl

Stirring constantly, gradually add the wet mixture to the dry mixture until thoroughly mixed

Add the chopped walnuts, raisins if using, apple cider vinegar, and shredded carrots

Pour the batter into each of the two-thirds full muffin tins after lining them with cupcake liners

A toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake should come out clean after 20 to 25 minutes of baking

After letting the cupcakes cool in the pan for a few minutes, move them to a wire rack to finish cooling

After they cool, you can choose to eat them plain or frost them with a Paleo-friendly cream cheese frosting

Steam Whistle Teriyaki Burger

Enjoy the fusion of teriyaki flavors with juicy beef, grilled pineapple, and Swiss cheese in this delicious Steam Whistle Teriyaki Burger. It's a perfect blend of sweet and savory!

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp ginger, grated
• 4 burger buns
• 4 slices pineapple
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced red onion
• Sliced tomato
• Mayonnaise
• Teriyaki sauce

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the teriyaki marinade

Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties

Place the burger patties in a shallow dish and pour the teriyaki marinade over them

Marinate for at least 30 minutes

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat

Grill the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness

During the last minute of grilling, add a slice of Swiss cheese to each patty and allow it to melt

While the patties are grilling, grill the pineapple slices until they have grill marks, about 2 minutes per side

Toast the burger buns on the grill until they are lightly browned

Assemble the burgers by spreading mayonnaise on the bottom bun, placing a lettuce leaf, a burger patty with melted cheese, a grilled pineapple slice, sliced red onion, and tomato slice on top

Drizzle teriyaki sauce over the burger components, and top with the other half of the bun

Serve the Steam Whistle Teriyaki Burgers immediately

Scarecrow Cookies

As a sweet fall treat, serve these adorable scarecrow cookies! They are ideal for Halloween or any other autumn gathering.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 1 cup candy corn
• 1/2 cup sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup red frosting
• 1/4 cup yellow frosting
• 1/4 cup black frosting

Instructions:

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy

Beat in the eggs, one at a time, and then add the vanilla extract

Mix well

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined

Fold in the semi-sweet chocolate chips

Cover the cookie dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour

Preheat your oven to 350F 175C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper

Take out the chilled dough and use your hands to form small balls, about 1 inch in diameter

Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving enough space between them to spread

Gently press candy corn into the top portion of each cookie to create the scarecrow's hat

Insert two sliced almonds just below the candy corn to form the scarecrow's eyes

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown

Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Once the cookies have cooled, use the red frosting to draw a smiley mouth below the almond eyes

Add a dab of yellow frosting on the scarecrow's hat for additional decoration

Use the black frosting to draw small dots in the almond eyes for pupils

Let the frosting set before serving the scarecrow cookies

Low Carb Keto Smoothie

When you want a quick and filling keto-friendly drink, this low-carb smoothie is a great choice. It's full of healthy fats, fiber, and nutrients. It tastes great, is creamy, and is easy to change to suit your tastes.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/2 cup frozen spinach
• 1/4 cup avocado
• 1/4 cup coconut cream
• 1 tablespoon chia seeds
• 1 tablespoon almond butter
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Stevia or erythritol optional, to taste
• Ice cubes optional

Instructions:

In a blender, combine almond milk, frozen spinach, avocado, coconut cream, chia seeds, almond butter, and vanilla extract

Blend until smooth and creamy

Taste and adjust sweetness if desired by adding stevia or erythritol

If a thicker consistency is desired, add a few ice cubes and blend again until smooth

Pour into glasses and enjoy immediately

Loaded Baked Mashed Potatoes

These loaded baked mashed potatoes are creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. They make a perfect side dish for any meal, and the addition of bacon adds a delicious smoky crunch.

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 6 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Boil the potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes

Drain the potatoes and return them to the pot

Add milk and butter to the pot and mash until smooth and creamy

Stir in sour cream, cheddar cheese, green onions, and bacon until well combined

Season with salt and pepper to taste

Serve hot, garnished with additional cheese, green onions, and bacon if desired