Sticky Cinnamon Buns in Air Fryer

Steps

1. 1

   Mix melted butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup in a bowl.

2. 2

   Place a trivet in the air fryer basket and set a greased 8-inch (20 cm) springform pan on it.

3. 3

   Pour the brown sugar mixture into the pan. Sprinkle nuts and raisins on top.

4. 4

   Unroll the crescent dough without stretching. Place on a cutting board and cut in half, then into halves again to get 8 equal pieces.

5. 5

   Mix white sugar with cinnamon. Dip the ends of each dough piece into the mixture.

6. 6

   Place pieces in the pan, sugar-cinnamon side up.

7. 7

   Cook at 345°F (173°C) on air crisp/air fryer mode for 5 minutes.

8. 8

   Open and flip each piece sugar-side down.

9. 9

   Cook for another 4 minutes (or 5 for crispier) at the same temperature.

10. 10

    Remove pan immediately, place buns on a plate, and pour remaining sauce from pan over them. Serve warm!

Shopping list

Foi crescent 1 rulou, zahar brun 65g, unt 75g, stafide 35g, nuci 35g, sirop artar 30ml, zahar 25g, scortisoara 1 lingura

Recipe story

Sticky cinnamon buns originated in the royal kitchens of 17th-century Sweden, where oriental spices like cinnamon symbolized wealth and refinement. Court bakers served them at banquets alongside aromatic teas, and the sticky caramel was later added by German bakers in the 19th century. The recipe was brought to America by Swedish immigrants and quickly became a popular dessert. Today, sticky buns are enjoyed worldwide, including this quick air fryer version.