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Baked Donut Recipe Easy

Enjoy soft, fluffy donuts without frying, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking spatula
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease the donut pan with cooking spray or butter.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.

Notes

These donuts can be glazed or topped as desired.