Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Craving donuts but want a healthier, homemade version without deep frying? These Baked Vanilla Donuts are the perfect solution! They are soft, fluffy, and packed with sweet vanilla flavor, making them a great treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Unlike traditional fried donuts, these oven-baked treats are lighter yet still deliciously moist. Plus, they’re super easy to make in just 25 minutes with simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen!
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Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 200g (1 ½ cups) all-purpose flour
- 100g (½ cup) granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 120ml (½ cup) milk
- 60g (¼ cup) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Vanilla Glaze:
- 120g (1 cup) powdered sugar
- 30ml (2 tbsp) milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).
- Lightly grease a donut pan with butter or non-stick spray.
Step 2: Make the Batter
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined—don’t overmix!
Step 3: Bake the Donuts
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut molds, filling them about ¾ full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
Step 4: Make the Vanilla Glaze
- In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze, letting excess drip off.
- Place them back on the rack to set for 5 minutes.
Nutritional Information (Per Donut – Makes 8 Donuts)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 8g
Note: Nutritional values may vary based on portion sizes and glaze amount.
Tips & Tricks for the Best Baked Vanilla Donuts
✨ Use a piping bag for perfect shapes – It helps evenly distribute the batter in the molds.
✨ Don’t overmix the batter – Overmixing makes donuts dense instead of light and fluffy.
✨ Let the glaze set for a shiny finish – Allow the donuts to sit for a few minutes after glazing.
✨ Add toppings – Sprinkle with colored sprinkles, crushed nuts, or coconut flakes for extra flavor!
✨ Make them ahead – These donuts stay fresh for 2 days at room temp or freeze for up to 2 months.
Why These Baked Vanilla Donuts are a Must-Try
✔ Healthier than fried donuts
✔ Soft, fluffy, and full of vanilla flavor
✔ Super easy to make – No special skills needed!
✔ Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or snacking
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