Description
Baked Vanilla Donuts are light, fluffy, and full of sweet vanilla flavor. This easy recipe makes healthier, oven-baked donuts that are just as delicious as fried ones. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or desserts, these donuts can be topped with a simple glaze or powdered sugar. Make them your own with optional variations like chocolate glaze, cinnamon sugar, or sprinkles!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, vanilla extract, melted butter, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Optional: Glaze with sugar glaze or dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days, or freeze for up to 1 month.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for 5 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10min
- Cook Time: 12min
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
