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Baked Chocolate Donuts

Irresistibly Moist Baked Chocolate Donuts You’ll Love

These Baked Chocolate Donuts are a moist delight, perfect for any chocolate lover looking for a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour.
  • 1/3 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened for best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Essential leavening agent.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Works with acidic ingredients like yogurt.
  • 1 pinch Salt Enhances sweetness.
  • 1 large Egg Can substitute with applesauce for egg-free option.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar is a lower glycemic option.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Non-dairy options include almond or soy milk.
  • 1/4 cup Yogurt Sour cream or buttermilk can be used instead.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter, Melted Vegetable oil can be used as a dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Imitation vanilla is okay in a pinch.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate or Chocolate Chips Can swap for dark or milk chocolate.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream is a great dairy-free alternative.

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray or melted butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with granulated sugar, then mix in milk, yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until just mixed, being careful not to overmix.
  5. Fill each donut cavity about 3/4 full with the batter using a piping bag.
  6. Bake in the oven for 9-10 minutes, checking with a toothpick for doneness.
  7. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  8. For the glaze, melt together chocolate chips, heavy cream, and butter until smooth.
  9. Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set on a wire rack.
  10. Serve the donuts warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For the best flavor, frost with the rich chocolate glaze just before serving rather than storing them with the glaze on.

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