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Baked Chocolate Donuts

Baked Chocolate Donuts

These Baked Chocolate Donuts are rich in cocoa flavor with an incredibly moist crumb and offer a decadent indulgence without the guilt of frying.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 ½ cups (180g) all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (45g) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup (60ml) whole milk, at room temperature
  • ¼ cup (60ml) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 ½ cups (180g) powdered sugar, sifted (for glaze)
  • 3-4 tablespoons milk or cream (for glaze)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
  • Pinch of salt (for glaze)

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your donut pan thoroughly.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, buttermilk, whole milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and fold gently until just combined.
  5. Transfer the batter to a pastry bag and pipe into the greased donut cavities, filling each about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 9-12 minutes, until the donuts spring back when touched.
  7. Cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. For optional glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and salt until smooth.
  9. Dip the cooled donuts in the glaze and let set before serving.

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for best results.
Store in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Freeze unglazed donuts for longer storage.