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Old Fashioned Cake Donuts

Enjoy these delightful old fashioned cake donuts that are quick and easy to make, with a comforting homemade flavor and perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Donut Batter
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour The foundation of your donuts.
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar For that sweet bite you crave.
  • 2 tsp baking powder It gives the donuts their fluffy lift.
  • 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg Adds warm, comforting spice.
  • 1 tsp salt Enhances the overall flavor.
  • 3/4 cup buttermilk Makes the donuts extra moist; use fresh!
  • 2 pcs eggs, beaten Binds everything together beautifully.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Adds that irresistible aroma.
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted Melts into every bite, making them rich.
Glaze
  • 1 cup powdered sugar For the glaze.
  • 2 tbsp milk Helps achieve the perfect consistency.
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract A hint of vanilla makes it all better.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease your donut pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, mix the buttermilk, beaten eggs, vanilla, and melted butter until blended.
  4. Gently add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fill each donut well about 2/3 full.
Baking
  1. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
  3. Dip each warm donut into the glaze and set them on a wire rack to cool.

Notes

You can prepare the batter the night before and refrigerate it. If you overbake, use simple syrup or extra glaze to add moisture back. Adding a sprinkle of cinnamon into the glaze adds extra flavor.