Description
Indulge in the delightfully soft and fluffy Baked Chocolate Cake Doughnuts, an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion. These doughnuts are not only quick to prepare in just 16 minutes, but they also feature a rich chocolate flavor complemented by a sweet vanilla glaze. Whether enjoyed for breakfast, as a snack, or served at gatherings, these baked goodies promise to please chocolate lovers of all ages. With their light texture and delectable taste, these doughnuts make for a healthier alternative to traditional fried versions.
Ingredients
- 125 grams all-purpose flour
- 25 grams cocoa powder
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 56 grams unsalted butter (melted)
- 106 grams light brown sugar
- 113 ml buttermilk (room temperature)
- 1 egg (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 125 grams confectioners' sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for glaze)
- pinch salt (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your doughnut pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: melted butter, brown sugar, buttermilk, egg, vanilla extract, and nutmeg until combined.
- Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each cavity of the prepared doughnut pan two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for about 11 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking together confectioners' sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth. Dip cooled doughnuts into glaze.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg