Baked Donuts Recipe
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Baked Donuts Recipe
Description
The recipe uses instant yeast to create a light dough enriched with butter, milk, and vanilla, balanced by sugar and pumpkin pie spice. After mixing and kneading, the dough is left to rise until doubled, developing a tender texture. Rolling it to half an inch helps shape the donuts, while cutting with a 3-inch cutter forms the classic ring shape. Baking replaces frying, offering a less oily treat with a soft interior and golden exterior.
These baked donuts can be glazed or filled, adjusting toppings to preference. Their subtle spice and vanilla backdrop welcomes various additions. They suit breakfast, snacks, or dessert occasions.
It's important to handle the slightly wet dough with floured hands and surfaces to prevent sticking. Proofing time ensures proper dough rise for lightness. Cutting shapes quickly for efficient baking also supports consistent results.
Ingredients
- 3 ¼ cups (16 ¼ oz /456 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 recipe Donut Glazes
- ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) granulated sugar
- 1 cup (8 oz/225 g) Nutella or jam or pastry cream
- ¼ cup (2 oz/58 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant dried yeast
- ⅛ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 4 tablespoons (2 oz/58 g) butter melted
- 1 cup (8 fl oz/240 ml) milk whole
- ⅓ cup (2 ½ fl oz/75 ml) water
- 4 tablespoons (2 oz/57 g) butter melted
- 1 tablespoons vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons (1 oz/28 g) butter melted for brushing