Description
Delight in these homemade Blueberry Cake Donuts, a perfect breakfast or snack treat. Made with fresh blueberries folded into a tender cake batter, these donuts are baked to golden perfection and finished with a sweet powdered sugar glaze. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, they offer a light, fluffy texture complemented by the burst of juicy blueberries in every bite.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Additional Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a donut pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal after baking.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning throughout the batter.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the whole milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined to avoid overmixing, which can lead to dense donuts.
- Add Blueberries: Carefully fold in the fresh blueberries to the batter, ensuring they remain intact for bursts of flavor in the finished donuts.
- Fill Donut Pan and Bake: Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about halfway full. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the donuts turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool Donuts: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely, preventing sogginess.
- Prepare Glaze and Serve: Whisk together powdered sugar and milk to create a smooth glaze. Drizzle this over the warm donuts for a sweet finishing touch before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh blueberries for best texture; frozen berries can be used but may color the batter blue.
- Donuts are best enjoyed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and butter with plant-based alternatives.
- Ensure not to overfill the donut pan cavities to avoid spillover and uneven cooking.
