Imagine biting into a doughnut that's not just another boring breakfast treat, but a burst of citrusy excitement that dances on your taste buds! These Baked Grapefruit Poppy Seed Doughnuts are about to transform your morning routine from mundane to extraordinary. Packed with tangy grapefruit, nutty poppy seeds, and baked to golden perfection, these doughnuts are a guilt-free indulgence that will make you forget all about those greasy, fried alternatives.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 25 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 doughnuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 eggs
- 1/4 cup grapefruit juice
- 1 tablespoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a 12-cavity non-stick doughnut pan with cooking spray or butter to ensure easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix the Greek yogurt, eggs, and fresh grapefruit juice until smooth and fully integrated. The mixture should have a light, creamy consistency.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together using a spatula. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. Fold in the poppy seeds until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off. Carefully pipe the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the doughnuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the doughnuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully remove them from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple grapefruit glaze for extra flavor and presentation.
Tips
- Always use fresh grapefruit juice for the most vibrant flavor – bottled juice just won't compare!
- Don't overmix the batter; this can lead to tough, dense doughnuts. Mix until ingredients are just combined.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for neat, professional-looking doughnuts that fill the pan evenly.
- Check doneness with a toothpick – it should come out clean with no wet batter.
- Let the doughnuts cool completely before adding any glaze or powdered sugar to prevent sogginess.
- For extra zest, try adding some grated grapefruit zest to the batter for an intensified citrus punch.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 150kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 40mg
