Description
Chocolate cake donuts are a delightful fusion of soft, fluffy donut texture and rich chocolate flavor, perfect for any occasion. Whether paired with your morning coffee or served at a gathering, these baked treats topped with a luscious chocolate glaze are sure to please everyone. This easy-to-follow recipe allows even novice bakers to create these indulgent delights that will leave a lasting impression.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
- For the Glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2–4 tbsp milk (to achieve desired consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and sugar until well combined.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk, and melted butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity halfway.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and cocoa powder in a bowl; add milk gradually until reaching desired thickness.
- Dip each cooled donut into the glaze and add toppings as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg