Homemade Baked Donuts Recipe
Delicious, healthier donuts you can enjoy anytime!
Description
Typically, donuts are deep-fried from a flour-based dough and shaped in rings or without holes, often filled with various sweet fillings. Whether glazed with chocolate, maple syrup, or sprinkled with sugar, donuts are irresistible. However, if you’re looking for a healthier alternative, our Homemade Baked Donuts recipe is the perfect solution. These baked delights have the same delightful texture, but with a fraction of the oil. Feel free to top them with your favourite glazes—strawberry, chocolate, butterscotch, sugar syrup, or anything you desire. This recipe makes it easy to enjoy a fresh batch of donuts without all the fuss of frying!
Cuisine: Continental
Course: Snack
Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| All Purpose Flour (Maida) | 1-1/3 cups |
| Baking Powder | 2 teaspoons |
| Salt | As required |
| Curd (Dahi/Yogurt) | 1-1/2 tablespoons |
| Sugar | 1/2 cup |
| Milk | 3/4 cup |
| Oil | 2-1/2 tablespoons |
| Vanilla Extract | 2 teaspoons |
Preparation Time
30 minutes
Cooking Time
20 minutes
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven
Start by preheating your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease your donut pan generously to ensure that the donuts come out easily after baking.
2. Prepare the Dry Ingredients
In a small bowl, combine 1-1/3 cups of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Mix well and set it aside.
3. Mix Wet Ingredients
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together 1-1/2 tablespoons of curd (or yogurt) and 1/2 cup of sugar until smooth. Once combined, add in 3/4 cup of milk, 2-1/2 tablespoons of oil, and 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract. Stir everything together until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients
Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently. Whisk the batter just until there are no lumps, but do not over-mix.
5. Fill the Donut Pan
Spoon the batter into your prepared donut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full. Be careful not to overfill as the batter will rise while baking.
6. Bake the Donuts
Place the filled donut pan into the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. You’ll know the donuts are done when a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
7. Cool and Serve
Once baked, remove the donuts from the oven and place them on a cooling rack to cool completely. This ensures that they firm up and are easy to handle.
Optional Glazes
Once the donuts have cooled, dip them in your preferred glaze, such as chocolate, strawberry, or butterscotch. You can also simply dust them with powdered sugar for a simple yet delicious touch.
Tips and Variations
- Vegan Option: You can replace the curd with dairy-free yogurt, and use a plant-based milk (like almond or soy milk) along with a non-dairy substitute for oil.
- Flavour Variations: Add spices such as cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter to add a cozy twist to your donuts.
- For a crunchy topping: Sprinkle the donuts with cinnamon sugar or crushed nuts after glazing for added texture.
Conclusion
These Homemade Baked Donuts are a delightful, healthier treat that you can easily customize with your favourite toppings. Perfect for a tea-time snack or as a special treat for kids’ snack boxes, these donuts bring together a light, airy texture with a rich taste, without the guilt of deep frying. Try them today and treat yourself to a warm, baked donut experience!
