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Baked Chocolate Donuts

Baked Chocolate Donuts That Melt in Your Mouth

These Baked Chocolate Donuts offer a rich, guilt-free treat that melts in your mouth.
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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: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; substitute with gluten-free flour for a lighter option.
  • 1/2 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder Adds deep chocolate flavor; try Dutch-processed for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensures the donuts rise, achieving that fluffy texture.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda Reacts with yogurt for additional lift.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavor.
  • 1 large Egg Aids in moisture and binding; use unsweetened applesauce or a flax egg for an eggless version.
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the batter; swap half with brown sugar for richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Milk Provides moisture; any choice works, including non-dairy alternatives.
  • 1/4 cup Yogurt Contributes to texture and activates baking soda.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter Adds richness; melted coconut oil is a perfect dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Enhances the overall flavor profile.
For the Glaze
  • 1/2 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Delivers a luscious chocolate finish; milk chocolate sweetens the glaze.
  • 2 tablespoons Heavy Cream Ensures a silky glaze texture.

Equipment

  • Donut Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula
  • Piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Baked Chocolate Donuts
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
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  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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  3. In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: egg and sugar, then add milk, yogurt, melted butter, and vanilla.
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  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, gently fold together until just combined.
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  5. Fill the donut cavities about 3/4 full with the batter.
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  6. Bake for 9-10 minutes until donuts spring back when touched and a toothpick comes out clean.
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  7. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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  8. Make the glaze by melting chocolate, cream, and butter together until smooth.
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  9. Dip the tops of the cooled donuts in the glaze and let excess drip off.
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Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Don’t overbake. Use a double boiler or microwave to melt the glaze gently.

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