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Perfect Chocolate Donuts Recipe


  • Author: tasty

Description

Indulge in the rich, decadent goodness of homemade Chocolate Donuts! These soft, moist donuts are coated with a luscious chocolate glaze and are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet treat at any time of the day. With simple ingredients and an easy-to-follow process, you can make these perfect chocolate donuts right at home!


Ingredients

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For the Donuts:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup boiling water

For the Chocolate Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the Oven and Prepare the Donut Pan

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or lightly butter the wells.

Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until combined.

Step 3: Add the Wet Ingredients

Add the egg, milk, vegetable oil (or melted butter), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Stir until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 4: Add the Boiling Water

Pour in the boiling water and mix until the batter is smooth. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay; it’ll result in a light and fluffy donut.

Step 5: Fill the Donut Pan

Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling each well about 3/4 full. You can also use a piping bag for a cleaner fill.

Step 6: Bake the Donuts

Bake the donuts for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: Prepare the Chocolate Glaze

While the donuts are cooling, make the glaze. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate chips and butter together. Stir in the milk and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and whisk in the powdered sugar until smooth and glossy.

Step 8: Glaze the Donuts

Dip each donut into the chocolate glaze, coating the top evenly. Let the excess glaze drip off before placing the donuts back on the wire rack to set. You can drizzle extra glaze over the top or sprinkle with chocolate shavings or sprinkles if you like.

Notes

  • Gluten-Free Option – Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version of these donuts.
  • Dairy-Free Option – Use non-dairy milk (like almond or oat milk) and replace the butter with a plant-based alternative.
  • Extra Chocolatey – Add some chocolate chips or chopped chocolate into the donut batter before baking for a gooey, melty texture inside the donuts.
  • Storage – Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.