Craving a chocolate treat that's both decadent and surprisingly simple? Get ready to revolutionize your baking game with these mouthwatering Baked Glazed Chocolate Doughnuts that will make you forget all about those greasy fried versions! In just 27 minutes, you can transform basic pantry ingredients into bakery-worthy doughnuts that are tender, rich, and gloriously glazed - no deep-frying skills required!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 doughnuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup of all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup of cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1/4 cup of vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 cup of powdered sugar for glaze
- 2 tablespoons of milk for glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease a 12-cavity non-stick doughnut pan with cooking spray or butter to ensure easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt. This helps eliminate any lumps and ensures even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the milk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the doughnuts tough.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off. Carefully pipe the batter into each cavity of the doughnut pan, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a doughnut comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the doughnuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully remove them and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar and milk in a shallow bowl until smooth and glossy.
- Once doughnuts are completely cool, dip the top of each doughnut into the glaze, allowing excess to drip off. Place back on the wire rack to let the glaze set.
- Optional: Decorate with sprinkles, chocolate shavings, or additional toppings if desired before the glaze completely hardens.
- Serve and enjoy the doughnuts within 1-2 days for best flavor and texture. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Tips
- Always sift your dry ingredients to prevent lumpy batter and ensure a smooth texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep doughnuts tender.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for neat, even doughnut filling.
- Check doneness with a toothpick - it should come out clean.
- Allow doughnuts to cool completely before glazing to prevent runny, transparent glaze.
- For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of espresso powder to enhance the chocolate taste.
- Experiment with different glaze variations like chocolate, maple, or adding sprinkles for fun.
- Store in an airtight container and consume within 1-2 days for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 25mg
