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Easy Homemade Cake Donuts Recipe

Cake donuts are a delightful treat that combines simplicity and flavor, making them perfect for any occasion. These homemade baked donuts are soft, fluffy, and bursting with taste, offering a healthier alternative to their fried counterparts. With just a handful of ingredients you likely already have on hand, you can whip up a batch in under 30 minutes. Whether you prefer the classic vanilla flavor or want to experiment with toppings like chocolate glaze and sprinkles, these cake donuts are sure to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy them fresh from the oven as a breakfast favorite or an afternoon snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour
  • Granulated sugar
  • Baking powder
  • Salt
  • Milk
  • Eggs
  • Vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill each donut pan cavity about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown; check doneness with a toothpick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8g

Notes

Allow donuts to cool slightly in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack.
Experiment with various toppings like cinnamon sugar or fresh fruit for added flavor.

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