Description
Zesty lemon and sweet blueberries dance together in these irresistible baked donuts. Moist, tender, and kissed with tangy citrus, these treats promise a delightful escape that will make you crave another bite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 2 ⅔ cups (350g) all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 2 large eggs
Primary Wet Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup canola or vegetable oil
- ¾ cup (150g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
Dry and Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Glaze Ingredients:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1–2 teaspoons lemon zest (optional)
- 7–8 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (or milk)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and thoroughly coat the donut molds with non-stick spray, ensuring complete coverage to prevent sticking.
- Vigorously whisk melted butter, oil, and sugar in a spacious mixing bowl until the mixture becomes light and aerated, creating a smooth base for the batter.
- Incorporate eggs, vanilla extract, lemon zest, and buttermilk into the butter mixture, blending until the ingredients form a uniform, silky consistency.
- Gently fold flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt into the wet ingredients, stirring minimally to maintain a tender texture. Carefully fold in blueberries, distributing them evenly throughout the thick batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or large plastic bag, snipping a half-inch opening to allow blueberries to pass through smoothly. Pipe the batter into donut molds, filling each cavity about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 7-8 minutes, checking for doneness by inserting a toothpick that comes out clean with no raw batter.
- Let the donuts rest in the pan for 10 minutes, allowing them to set and cool slightly before carefully transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a medium bowl until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding liquid gradually to achieve a glossy, pourable texture.
- Once donuts have cooled entirely, dip the tops into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off naturally. Position the glazed donuts on the wire rack, letting the coating set and develop a delicate, crisp finish.
- Serve immediately or allow the glaze to completely set for a pristine presentation.
Notes
- Quick and easy baked donuts bursting with fresh blueberries and bright lemon flavor create a delightful breakfast or snack treat.
- Use fresh, ripe blueberries for maximum sweetness and juiciness, ensuring each bite is packed with fruity goodness.
- Room temperature ingredients help create a smoother batter and more even baking, preventing lumps and ensuring tender donuts.
- Grease the donut pan thoroughly to prevent sticking and ensure perfect donut shapes with clean edges.
- Piping the batter into the pan provides more control and helps distribute blueberries evenly, creating a consistent texture in every donut.
- Allow donuts to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting and ensure a beautiful, smooth coating that sets perfectly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 246
- Sugar: 23 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 32 mg