Homemade Chocolate Baked Donuts

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Treat yourself to a delightful experience with our Homemade Chocolate Baked Donuts. These soft, chocolaty delights, adorned with luscious glazes and toppings, are a perfect treat for any sweet tooth.

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup room temperature buttermilk
  • 1/2 cup plain prepared coffee
  • 1 egg (room temperature)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted butter

Vanilla Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
  • A drop of vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tablespoon milk (may need more or less)

Chocolate Ganache Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Toppings:

  • Mini chocolate chips, sprinkles, etc.

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.
  2. Grease a donut pan and set it aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, unsweetened cocoa powder, and brown sugar. Set this mixture aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, coffee, egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  6. Stir gently JUST until the dry ingredients are combined (see note).
  7. Stir in the melted butter, making sure it’s just combined.
  8. Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling it 3/4 full.
  9. Bake for 6-7 minutes.
  10. Allow the donuts to sit in the pan until they cool down enough to be removed.
  11. Take the donuts from the pan and place them on a cooling rack to finish cooling.
  12. While the donuts are cooling, prepare the vanilla drizzle by stirring together powdered sugar, vanilla, and enough milk to create an Elmer’s glue-like consistency. Set it aside.
  13. To make the chocolate ganache, heat heavy whipping cream in a small saucepan until it begins to simmer lightly.
  14. Remove it from heat and stir in chocolate chips. (Using mini chocolate chips is preferable for faster melting.)
  15. Let the ganache cool.
  16. Spread chocolate ganache in a thin layer over the donuts and let it set.
  17. Once set, drizzle on the vanilla glaze.
  18. Add toppings and allow the glaze to harden.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

Q1: Can I use a different type of glaze?
A1: Absolutely! Experiment with flavored glazes or try a classic chocolate or caramel drizzle.

Q2: Can I make the donuts in advance?
A2: Yes, these donuts can be baked ahead and stored in an airtight container. Glaze them before serving.

Q3: Can I use instant coffee for the coffee component?
A3: Yes, instant coffee works well. Dissolve it in the appropriate amount of water before adding.

Conclusion:

Elevate your dessert game with these Homemade Chocolate Baked Donuts – a symphony of chocolatey goodness and delightful glazes. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these baked donuts are sure to become a household favorite. Try the recipe today and treat yourself to a moment of sweet indulgence!

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