Description
Heavenly “Baked Vanilla Donuts” offer a delightful twist on classic pastry perfection. Sweet vanilla notes and light cake texture invite donut enthusiasts to savor each delectable bite with pure culinary joy.
Ingredients
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Main Dry Ingredients:
- 1 ¾ cups (220g) all-purpose flour
- ⅔ cup (130g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) buttermilk (or whole milk)
- ¼ cup (60 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1 cup (120 grams) powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk (adjust as needed)
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a moderate temperature, ensuring an even heat distribution for perfect donuts.
- Prepare the donut pan by creating a light, non-stick surface using cooking spray or a thin layer of butter.
- Sift together the dry ingredients, blending flour, baking powder, and salt to create a smooth, lump-free mixture.
- In a separate mixing bowl, cream together the sugar and butter until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, incorporating air for a tender texture.
- Gently fold in the eggs one at a time, mixing thoroughly to create a cohesive batter without overmixing.
- Incorporate the vanilla extract, allowing its rich aroma to permeate the mixture and enhance the overall flavor profile.
- Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture, stirring until just incorporated to maintain the batter’s delicate structure.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner snipped off for precise filling of the donut molds.
- Carefully pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling them about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Place the donut pan in the preheated oven, baking until the edges turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes to set their shape.
- Gently release the donuts from the pan, transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar, dip in glaze, or decorate as desired for a personalized touch.
Notes
- Always use fresh ingredients for the most vibrant vanilla flavor, especially high-quality vanilla extract.
- Room temperature eggs and milk blend more smoothly, creating a more consistent donut batter with better texture.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to prevent tough, dense donuts; stop mixing as soon as ingredients are just combined.
- Grease the donut pan thoroughly and use a piping bag or zip-lock bag with the corner snipped for neater, more precise filling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 181
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 48 mg