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Baked Apple Donuts with Glaze Recipe

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These Baked Apple Donuts with Glaze are a deliciously moist and tender treat, packed with warm cinnamon and nutmeg spices and fresh chopped apples. Lightly sweetened and baked instead of fried, they offer a healthier twist on your classic donut. Topped with a simple vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast or a satisfying snack any time of day.

Ingredients

Donuts

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup finely chopped apples

Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2-3 tbsp milk
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, and melted unsalted butter until smooth.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined — avoid overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
  5. Fold in Apples: Carefully fold the finely chopped apples into the batter, ensuring even distribution without overworking the batter.
  6. Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into the greased donut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
  7. Bake Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Prepare Glaze: While donuts bake, whisk together powdered sugar, 2 to 3 tablespoons of milk, and vanilla extract in a small bowl until smooth and pourable.
  9. Glaze Donuts: Allow the baked donuts to cool completely in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set until firm.

Notes

  • You can substitute the apples with pears or other firm fruit for variation.
  • Ensure the donuts are completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, use 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, let sit for 5 minutes.
  • For a thicker glaze, use less milk; for a thinner glaze, add a bit more milk gradually.
  • Store glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

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