Description
These Coffee Cake Donuts are a delightful morning treat combining the soft, tender texture of cake donuts with a sweet, crumbly cinnamon topping reminiscent of classic coffee cake. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, they offer a warm, comforting flavor that pairs wonderfully with your morning coffee.
Ingredients
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Donut Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- â…“ cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Crumb Topping
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan to prevent sticking.
- Make Donut Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the 1 cup all-purpose flour, â…“ cup brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, combine the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined to form a smooth batter.
- Prepare Crumb Topping: In a small bowl, mix the ¼ cup flour, ¼ cup brown sugar, and ground cinnamon. Add the melted butter and stir until crumbly.
- Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepped donut pan, filling each cavity about â…” full. Generously sprinkle the crumb topping over each donut.
- Bake Donuts: Place the donut pan in the oven and bake for 12–15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean and the tops are lightly golden.
- Prepare Glaze: While the donuts are baking, whisk together the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach a drizzle consistency.
- Cool and Glaze: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Drizzle the glaze over the warm donuts and let set for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure the donuts remain soft and tender.
- Make sure the crumb topping is evenly distributed for that perfect coffee cake texture.
- Use a non-stick donut pan or grease well to prevent sticking.
- The glaze can be omitted or substituted with a simple dusting of powdered sugar for a less sweet option.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat gently before serving for a freshly baked feel.
