Powdered Sugar Donuts
Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful old fashioned Powdered Sugar Donuts! Made with love and simplicity, these heavenly treats are a breeze to whip up in your own kitchen. Not only do they satisfy your cravings, but they also offer a lighter option—baked to perfection instead of fried!
Servings 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups (260 g) all purpose flour
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¾ cup (180 ml) full fat buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup (90 g) confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F. Grease a medium 12-cavity donut pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.
- In a 4-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, oil, and vanilla together until combined.
- Pour the buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold with a silicone spatula until just combined.
- Add the batter to a large piping bag and pipe the batter into the cavities filling about ⅔ full.
- Bake for about 7-9 minutes, or until the donuts are just golden brown on top.
- Cool in the donut pan for about 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Dip warm donuts in powdered sugar.
Notes
- Choose Quality Ingredients: Start with the freshest eggs, real vanilla extract, and high-quality flour. These little details make all the difference in flavor!
- Don’t Overmix: When combining your ingredients, be gentle! Overmixing can lead to dense donuts. Stir just until the ingredients are combined for that light and airy texture.
- Use a Donut Pan: A non-stick donut pan is your best friend for shaping those beautiful rings. It ensures even baking and easy release!
- Perfect Temperature: Preheat your oven thoroughly. A well-heated oven is key to creating that lovely rise and gentle golden color that’s visually irresistible.
- Experiment with Flavor: While old-fashioned is classic, don’t hesitate to add a hint of cinnamon for a warm, cozy twist to your batter!
- Cool and Dust: Let your donuts cool slightly before giving them a generous sprinkle of powdered sugar. It clings just perfectly to the warm surface—pure bliss!