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Baked Chocolate Glazed Donuts

Baked Chocolate Glazed Donuts are a delightful treat, featuring a soft texture with a rich chocolate glaze, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup cake flour This gives the donuts a soft and delicate texture.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder Provides rich, chocolate flavor.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness to balance the cocoa.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda Helps the donuts rise.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavors.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients and adds moisture.
  • 1/4 cup milk Enriches the batter.
  • 3/4 cup sour cream Gives a tender crumb.
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil Keeps the donuts moist.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Infuses flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 2 1/2 cups powdered sugar Essential for the glaze.
  • 4 to 8 tablespoons milk or water Adjusts glaze consistency.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease your donut pan and set it aside.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine cake flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until fully blended and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, sour cream, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well incorporated.
  4. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Fill each cavity of your greased donut pan about halfway full with the batter using a piping bag.
Baking
  1. Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until puffed and a skewer comes out clean.
  2. Remove the baked donuts from the oven, carefully loosen the edges, and invert onto a wire rack to cool.
Glazing
  1. In a medium bowl, combine powdered sugar and 4 tablespoons of milk or water. Whisk until smooth.
  2. Dunk each donut into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off, and let them set on a wire rack.

Notes

For extra flair, sprinkle chocolate shavings or colorful sprinkles on top of the glaze. Store leftover donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze for up to a month.