Glazed Chocolate Donuts
Indulge in these rich and moist baked chocolate donuts with a luscious dark chocolate glaze. Made with simple ingredients, these donuts offer the perfect balance of deep chocolate flavor and light, fluffy texture. Perfect for a weekend treat or special occasion!
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 1 cup 125g all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup 25g unsweetened cocoa powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup 100g granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup 120ml buttermilk
- ¼ cup 60ml vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup 45g mini chocolate chips (optional, for extra chocolatey goodness)
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- ½ cup 80g powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2-3 tablespoons milk adjust for consistency
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon melted butter for a glossy finish
Instructions
Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
Making the Batter:
- In another bowl, whisk the egg, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in the mini chocolate chips if using.
Baking the Donuts:
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth. Add more milk if needed for a thinner consistency.
- Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place them back on the wire rack for the glaze to set.
Notes
- For an extra glossy glaze, warm the glaze slightly before dipping the donuts.
- If you prefer a thicker glaze, use less milk.
- These donuts taste best fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.