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    How to Make Oven-Baked Donuts! Amazing Taste

    Published: Jul 8, 2023 · Modified: Sep 23, 2023 by Sandrine Pearson · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Calling all donut lovers! Imagine a dessert that gives you the taste and satisfaction of a traditional donut but with a healthier twist. Welcome to the world of Oven-Baked Donuts! These scrumptious delights are not fried like their conventional counterparts, which makes them a healthier option for your sweet tooth cravings. Let's dive into the delightful details of this recipe.

    Two Oven-Baked donuts sitting on top of the wooden table top

    While donuts are loved year-round, oven-baked donuts hold a special place during holidays like Easter or Christmas, where indulgence is enjoyed but a healthier touch is appreciated. Also, these are perfect for National Donut Day celebrated in the US on the first Friday of June!

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • 🍴 Equipment
    • Storage
    • Top tip
    • FAQ
    • Related
    • Pairing
    • Glazed Oven-Baked Donuts
    • Food safety

    Ingredients

    All the ingredients sitting on top of the wooden table top
    • Melted butter
    • Canola oil
    • Sugar
    • Brown sugar
    • Eggs
    • Vanilla extract
    • Baking powder
    • Baking soda
    • Salt
    • Flour
    • Milk
    • White vinegar
    • Powdered sugar

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Some milk and vinegar getting mixed and transforming into buttermilk in a small glassed bowl

    Prepare Buttermilk and Batter:

    Combine white vinegar with milk to make buttermilk and let it curdle. Whisk together melted butter, oil, and both sugars until fluffy. Add eggs one at a time with vanilla extract.

    All the dry ingredients getting mixed into a large glass bowl

    Combine Dry Ingredients:

    In a separate bowl, mix a measured portion of flour with baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

    Close shot of All the dry and wet ingredients combined and making the form of a swirl

    Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures:

    Alternate between adding the dry mixture and the buttermilk to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with dry ingredients. Adjust consistency with additional flour if needed.

    Donut batter getting piped into the donut form baking sheet

    Pipe and Bake:

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), grease a donut pan, and pipe batter into the molds. Bake for 10 minutes and allow to cool.

    Sandrine Adding milk and salt to the powdered sugar in a glass bowl to make the glaze

    Prepare Glaze:

    Combine powdered sugar, milk, and salt in a large bowl until smooth. Thin with extra milk if necessary.

    An Oven-baked donut getting glazed on a cooling rack

    Glaze and Serve:

    Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and let them firm up before serving.

    Hint: Avoid overmixing the batter when combining wet and dry ingredients to ensure fluffy donuts. Ensure donuts are fully cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting or soaking into the donuts.

    Substitutions

    For those with specific dietary requirements, you have options:

    • Replace the dairy milk with almond, soy, or oat milk for a dairy-free variant.

    Variations

    To add a personal touch or cater to your guests' preferences, consider these variations:

    • Experiment with different flavors like adding a hint of cinnamon, nutmeg, or even cocoa powder to the dough.
    • For the coating, think beyond the traditional glaze - try a dusting of powdered sugar, a chocolate ganache, or even a sprinkle coating.

    🍴 Equipment

    Donut Dough:

    • Measuring Cups and Spoons: Getting the right amount of each ingredient is key for the dough to turn out well.
    • Mixing Bowls: You need separate bowls for wet and dry ingredients to make sure they mix properly before combining them.
    • Whisk: A whisk helps blend the wet ingredients smoothly, making your dough consistent.

    Baking:

    • Donut Pan: This pan is essential because it gives your donuts the right shape. Without it, you won't get that classic donut look.
    • Cooling Rack: After baking, donuts need to cool down so they firm up. A cooling rack allows air to circulate, speeding up this process.

    Most Useful Equipment:

    • Donut Pan: Without this, you can't really make donuts. You'd end up with a different kind of baked good, like a muffin or cake, but not a donut.

    Storage

    Oven-Baked Donuts are best enjoyed fresh. However, if you need to store them, keep them in an airtight container at room temperature. They should last for 2-3 days.

    Top tip

    Avoid overfilling the donut pan. Filling it about ¾ of the way will allow the batter room to expand and create the perfect donut shape without overflowing.

    FAQ

    Can I use other types of oil?

    Yes, you can substitute canola oil with vegetable oil or melted coconut oil.

    Can I make these donuts vegan?

    Yes, use a plant-based milk and replace the eggs with flax seeds or applesauce.

    What if I don’t have a donut pan?

    You can use a muffin pan, but the result will be more like a donut muffin.

    Can I fry this donut batter?

    This particular recipe is designed for baking, not frying.

    Can I add fillings?

    Yes, once the donuts have cooled, you can inject jam, cream, or other fillings.

    Can I use this recipe for donut holes?

    I do not think so. This batter is designed to fit a mold. I do not think donut holes pan exists.

    Why did my donuts stick to the pan?

    Ensure the pan is well greased or consider using a silicone donut pan for easier removal.

    Can I freeze these donuts?

    It’s best to freeze them without the glaze, which can be added after thawing.

    Can I use whole wheat flour?

    Yes, but the donuts may be denser.

    Can I double this recipe?

    Absolutely, just ensure you have enough space to bake them without crowding the oven.

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    Pairing

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    Calling all donut lovers! Imagine a dessert that gives you the taste and satisfaction of a traditional donut but with a healthier twist. Welcome to the world of Oven-Baked Donuts! These scrumptious delights are not fried like their conventional counterparts, which makes them a healthier option for your sweet tooth cravings. Let's dive into the delightful details of this recipe.

    • Total Time: 40 minutes
    • Yield: 12 donuts 1x

    Ingredients

    Scale

    Donut

    60g (¼ cup) melted butter

    50g (¼ cup) canola oil

    100g (½ cup) sugar

    75g (⅓ cup) brown sugar

    100g (2) eggs

    5g (1 tsp) vanilla extract

    Baking powder (1 ¼ tsp)

    Baking soda (¼ tsp)

    5g (1 tsp) salt

    270-300g (2 ¼ - 2 ½ cups) flour

    125g (1 cup) milk

    15ml (1 tbsp) white vinegar

    Coating:

    500g (4 cups) powdered sugar

    120ml (½ cup) milk

    1 pinch salt

    Instructions

    Donut Dough:

    1. To make buttermilk: Mix white vinegar into milk, stir, then let it rest for 5-10 minutes until it becomes thick and curdled.
    2. Whisk together melted butter, oil, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
    3. Add eggs one at a time, along with vanilla extract.
    4. In a separate bowl, mix the smaller amount of flour with baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
    5. Add the dry mixture to the butter mixture in three parts, alternating with the milk. Start and finish with the dry ingredients.
    6. If the mixture is too runny, add a little more flour.

    Baking:

    1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a donut pan.
    2. Pipe the batter into each donut mold, filling about ¾ of the mold, leaving a little space at the top.
    3. Bake for 10 minutes.
    4. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a couple of minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
    5. Let them cool down completely.

    Glazing:

    1. In a large bowl, mix sugar, milk, and salt until smooth. To make the glaze thinner, add extra milk, just a teaspoon at a time.
    2. Dip your donuts into the glaze and let them firm up.

    Equipment

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    • Author: Sandrine Pearson
    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 10 minutes
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Baking
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegetarian

    Keywords: Oven-Baked Donuts, Homemade Donuts, Donut Pan, Melted Butter, Vanilla Extract, Buttermilk, Donut Glaze, Measuring Cups, Cooling Rack, Donut Recipe

    Food safety

    • Always start with clean hands and clean surfaces.
    • Do not consume raw batter as it contains raw eggs.
    • Store leftovers in a clean, sealed container.
    • Ensure all ingredients are not past their expiration date.

    Bake, glaze, and enjoy these healthier Oven-Baked Donuts, a delicious treat that will surely delight your palate!

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