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Baked Donuts Recipe

Baked Donuts

Rahat
Soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet, these baked donuts are a guilt-free indulgence you’ll love making. With a golden exterior and a tender crumb, they’re a delightful treat that’s ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 12 donuts
Calories 222 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour (250 g)
  • 1/4 cup sugar (50 g)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50 g)
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 1 cup buttermilk (236 ml)
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 Tablespoons unsalted butter (42 g) melted and slightly cooled

Topping (see notes for alternative topping options)

  • 4 Tablespoons salted butter melted
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar (100 g)
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350F (175C) and lightly grease a 12-count donut pan (I actually use two 6-count) with baking spray (or lightly grease and flour). Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, salt, and nutmeg (if using).
  • In a separate bowl whisk together buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. While whisking constantly, drizzle in butter until combined (it’s OK if the mixture looks a bit curdled!).
  • Add the liquid mixture to the dry ingredients and use a spatula to carefully fold together until just combined (all ingredients should be combined, but don’t over-mix or donuts will be dense and dry).
  • Pipe or spread the batter evenly into prepared donut pans.
  • Transfer to 350F (175C) oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or a toothpick inserted in the thickest part of a donut comes out clean. Allow to cool for several minutes then carefully remove to a cooling rack.
  • Use a pastry brush¹ to brush immediately with melted salted butter and then whisk together granulated sugar and cinnamon and dip donuts in mixture. Donuts are best enjoyed warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 222kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 183mgPotassium: 95mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 260IUCalcium: 49mgIron: 1mg
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