Green Sprinkled Donuts | Fun Festive Baked Treat
Skip the fryer for these light, fluffy cake donuts! Our baked festive treat uses Buttermilk and precision leavening for a tender crumb.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- All-Purpose FlourThe structure for the cake donut; make sure to measure using the spoon-and-level method for accuracy.
- Granulated SugarAdds essential sweetness and helps achieve that tender cake crumb texture.
- Baking Powder and Baking SodaThe critical leavening agents that ensure the donuts rise beautifully and maintain a light fluffiness.
- SaltA necessary ingredient to balance the sweetness and enhance all the other flavors in the batter.
- Whole Milk or ButtermilkProvides moisture and richness; buttermilk adds a slight tang that tenderizes the crumb further.
- Unsalted ButterMust be melted and cooled slightly before incorporating it into the wet ingredients for better emulsification.
- Large EggBinds the ingredients together and adds structure, contributing to the final rise and richness.
- Vanilla PowderEssential flavor base for the cake donuts, providing warmth and depth.
- Powdered Sugar (Confectioners' Sugar)The primary component for the glaze, requiring sifting to prevent lumps.
- Fresh Lemon Juice or MilkThe liquid needed for the glaze; lemon juice provides a lovely, bright flavor contrast.
- Green Gel Food ColoringUse high-quality gel coloring for a deep, vibrant emerald shade without thinning the glaze.
- Rainbow SprinklesThe finishing touch that adds maximum fun and crunch to these celebratory treats.
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Pan and Oven
- Step 2: Combine Wet Ingredients
- Step 3: Fill Pans and Bake
- Step 4: Prepare the Vibrant Green Glaze
- Step 5: Dip and Decorate
Notes
- Store cooled and fully set glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days; layer them carefully with parchment paper only after the glaze has completely hardened.
- If you prefer a slightly warmed donut, bake the unglazed donuts for just 3-4 minutes at 300°F before cooling completely and dipping, as reheating glazed treats can cause the topping to melt unevenly.
- Serve these cheerful treats alongside a chilled glass of milk, or as a fun, edible centerpiece for holiday or birthday brunch displays.
- For that vibrant emerald green, always use high-quality gel food coloring, adding it gradually to the sifted powdered sugar and lemon juice mixture until you achieve your desired intense shade without over-thinning the glaze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 standard baked donut (with glaze & sprinkles)
- Calories: 235
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 22g