Description
These Baked Maple Glazed Donuts are soft, cakey, and packed with warm cinnamon and nutmeg flavors. They are baked instead of fried, making them a healthier alternative to traditional donuts. Topped with a rich maple glaze, these homemade donuts are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon treat.
Ingredients
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For the Donuts:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- ⅓ cup packed light brown sugar
- ¼ cup milk (room temperature)
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (room temperature)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
For the Maple Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 cup powdered sugar (sifted)
- ¼ teaspoon maple extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix melted butter, egg, brown sugar, milk, Greek yogurt, and vanilla.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each mold halfway full.
- Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until lightly golden. Let them cool.
- For the glaze, melt butter and maple syrup over low heat, then whisk in powdered sugar and maple extract.
- Dip each cooled donut into the glaze and let it set before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter, or the donuts may become dense.
- Double dip the glaze for a thicker, more decadent topping.
- Store unglazed donuts for up to 3 months in the freezer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American