Baked Donuts
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Baked Donuts
Description
Baked Donuts are created using a batter that includes a combination of all-purpose flour, sugars, baking powder, eggs, melted butter, oil, milk, and vanilla extract. The inclusion of sprinkles in the dough adds a touch of color and fun throughout the donut. Instead of frying, the batter is piped into a donut pan and baked at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes, allowing a soft and cakey texture to develop. Once baked and cooled, the donuts are dipped in two types of melted frosting—a semisweet chocolate and a white chocolate variation—prepared by gently warming cream and mixing it with chopped chocolates until smooth. This finishing touch adds a rich, creamy coating that contrasts with the lighter donut base.
The baking process makes these donuts easier to prepare at home with less mess compared to frying. Their tender crumb and rich frosting make them a suitable option for a sweet breakfast or dessert. They are best served after the donuts have completely cooled to ensure the frosting sets well and doesn’t slide off.
To achieve consistent donut shape, the batter should not exceed three-quarters of the donut pan wells to avoid spilling over and losing the characteristic ring shape. Allowing the donuts to cool fully before frosting is important to keep the coating intact and visually appealing.
Ingredients
For the donuts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup light brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 egg
- 4 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 cup milk
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup Sprinkles
- cooking spray
For the frosting
- 1/4 cup heavy cream divided use, 3 tablespoons
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chopped
- 1 cup white chocolate chopped
Instructions
For the donuts
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a donut pan with cooking spray.
- Place the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, baking powder and salt in a large bowl. Stir to combine.
- Add the eggs, butter, oil, milk and vanilla extract to the bowl. Stir until smooth.
- Place the batter in a piping bag or freezer bag. Snip off the tip of the bag with scissors.
- Pipe the batter into the wells of the pan. Reserve the remaining batter for the second batch.
- Bake the donuts for 10 minutes. Let the donuts rest for 3 minutes, then remove them from the pan and place on a cooling rack.
- Wipe the pan with a paper towel and coat with cooking spray. Repeat the process with the remaining batter.
- Let all of the donuts cool completely.
For the frosting
- Place 1/4 cup of cream in one bowl and 3 tablespoons of cream in a second bowl. Microwave the 1/4 cup of cream for 30 seconds and 3 tablespoons of cream for 20 seconds.
- Pour the semisweet chocolate into the bowl with 1/4 cup cream and white chocolate into the other bowl. Cover each bowl with plastic wrap.
- Let the bowls sit for 3 minutes, then uncover and stir until smooth. You may need to microwave the bowls for another 15-20 seconds if chocolate isn't completely melted.
- Dip each donut into either the semisweet chocolate or white chocolate. Top with sprinkles.
- Let the donuts sit for about 15 minutes until the frosting has started to firm up, then serve.
Notes
- Fill each donut pan cavity no more than 3/4 full to maintain proper shape during baking.
- Allow the donuts to cool completely before dipping in frosting to prevent melting or sliding issues.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 41g | 14% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 42mg | 14% |
| Sodium | 128mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 242mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 30g | 60% |
| Vitamin A | 190IU | 4% |
| Calcium | 90mg | 9% |
| Iron | 2.1mg | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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