Description
This Irresistible Chocolate Cake Donuts recipe delivers moist and fluffy donuts with a rich chocolate flavor, perfect for a delightful breakfast or an indulgent snack. Baked to perfection and topped with a smooth cocoa glaze, these donuts are a healthier alternative to fried ones without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
Glaze
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar (estimated for glaze)
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp milk (or as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare the donut pan by greasing it thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar until well combined.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs together until smooth and uniformly mixed.
- Make the batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix to keep the donuts tender.
- Fill the donut pan: Spoon the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the donuts: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
- Cool the donuts: Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and milk until smooth, adjusting milk as necessary to reach a drizzle-friendly consistency.
- Glaze the donuts: Drizzle the glaze over the cooled donuts evenly. Allow the glaze to set before serving.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to maintain a light and fluffy texture.
- Ensure the donut pan is well greased to avoid sticking.
- Adjust milk quantity in the glaze to get your preferred thickness.
- Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
