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Coffee Cake Donuts with Vanilla Glaze

Moist Coffee Cake Donuts with Vanilla Glaze

Enjoy the delightful flavors of Coffee Cake Donuts with Vanilla Glaze, perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 11 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 6 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Crumb Topping
  • 1/4 cup Cold Unsalted Butter Substitute with cold margarine if necessary.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a slight caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free version.
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon Nutmeg is a lovely alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar Regular sugar can be used but the flavor will be lighter.
  • 1/4 tsp Salt Enhances flavors.
For the Donuts
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh.
  • 1 cup Full-Fat Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a healthier substitute.
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Vegetable oil can be a fine replacement.
  • 1 large Egg (room temperature) Aids in binding ingredients.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Confectioners' Sugar Sift for smooth consistency.
  • 2 tbsp Whole Milk Non-dairy milk can be used as a substitute.

Equipment

  • 6-mold donut pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-mold donut pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, cinnamon, light brown sugar, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, mix the sour cream, melted butter, egg, and granulated sugar.
  5. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.
  6. Fill each mold of the donut pan about 3/4 full with batter.
  7. Sprinkle the chilled crumb topping over the batter in each mold.
  8. Bake for 10-11 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool the donuts for 10 minutes before releasing them onto a wire rack.
  10. Whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth.
  11. Drizzle the glaze over the cooled donuts and let set.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 180IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure butter is cold for a great crumb topping texture. Avoid over-mixing the batter for fluffy donuts.

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