Imagine biting into a soft, pillowy donut bursting with juicy blueberries and topped with a sweet, glossy glaze that'll make your taste buds dance! These homemade Baked Glazed Blueberry Donuts are about to become your new obsession - a guilt-free treat that combines the freshness of summer berries with the comfort of a perfectly baked pastry. Get ready to transform your kitchen into a gourmet bakery with this irresistible recipe that's easier to make than you'd ever believe!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray or lightly brush it with melted butter to prevent sticking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients together until well combined and there are no lumps.
- In a separate bowl, beat the large egg. Then add the buttermilk and melted unsalted butter to the egg, whisking until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together using a spatula or wooden spoon until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; it's okay if there are a few lumps.
- Gently fold in the fresh blueberries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Using a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off, carefully fill each cavity of the donut pan with the batter, filling each one about 2/3 full to allow room for rising.
- Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the donut pan from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then, gently remove the donuts from the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the donuts are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, mix together powdered sugar with a splash of milk until you achieve a smooth, pourable consistency. Adjust the thickness by adding more powdered sugar or milk as needed.
- Once the donuts have cooled, dip the top of each donut into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack to let the glaze set.
- Allow the glaze to firm up for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your delicious baked glazed blueberry donuts!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smoother batter and more even baking.
- Don't overmix the batter - a few lumps are perfectly okay and will help keep the donuts tender.
- For extra blueberry flavor, toss the fresh blueberries in a little flour before folding into the batter to prevent them from sinking.
- If you don't have a donut pan, you can use a muffin tin for a similar effect.
- Make sure to grease the pan thoroughly to ensure easy donut removal.
- Let the donuts cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
- For a flavor variation, try adding a touch of lemon zest to the batter or glaze for a bright, citrusy twist.
- Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg
