Easy Baked Donuts

These easy baked donuts are the perfect treat for satisfying your sweet tooth without the mess of frying! Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, sugar, and milk, these light and fluffy donuts come together in just 25 minutes from start to finish. Their irresistibly golden exterior is baked to perfection, making them a healthier alternative to traditional fried donuts. Customize each batch with a sweet vanilla glaze and colorful sprinkles for a fun, whimsical touch, or enjoy them plain for a classic breakfast option. Perfect for weekend brunches or quick dessert cravings, these homemade baked donuts are as effortless as they are delicious. Bake your way to happiness with this foolproof recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.75 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 Egg
• 1 cup Powdered sugar (optional for glazing)
• 2 tablespoons Milk (optional for glazing)
• 0.25 cups Sprinkles (optional for decoration)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a standard donut pan with nonstick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the egg. Beat until everything is smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula or spoon. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.

Step 5

Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 8–10 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then gently transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

If you'd like to glaze the donuts, whisk powdered sugar and milk together in a small bowl until smooth. Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze and decorate with sprinkles if desired.

Step 9

Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	863.6 grams (863.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2640

Total Fat 69.70g	89%
Saturated Fat 38.70g	194%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.90g
Cholesterol 350mg	117%
Sodium 2267mg	99%
Total Carbohydrate 482.70g	176%
Dietary Fiber 6.50g	23%
Total Sugars 289.80g
Protein 38.20g	76%

Vitamin D 141IU	705%
Calcium 333mg	26%
Iron 12mg	67%
Potassium 665mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.1%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 71.2%