Perfect! Here’s a simple, classic mini donut recipe you can make at home, no fancy equipment needed (though a mini donut pan makes it easiest). 🍩
Mini Donuts Recipe (Baked or Fried)
Ingredients (makes ~24 mini donuts)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (optional, for flavor)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For topping (choose your favorite):
- Cinnamon sugar: 1/4 cup sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon
- Powdered sugar
- Chocolate glaze
Instructions (Baked Version)
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini donut pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
- Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined (don’t overmix).
- Spoon or pipe batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity ~3/4 full.
- Bake 8–10 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let donuts cool slightly, then coat with your chosen topping.
Instructions (Fried Version)
- Heat 1–2 inches of oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Use a piping bag or spoon to drop small rings of batter into the oil.
- Fry 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.
- Drain on paper towels, then toss in cinnamon sugar or glaze.
Pro tip: Mini donuts are extra fluffy if you don’t overmix the batter and bake immediately.
If you want, I can give you a crazy fun “freakshake” style mini donut topping combo that’s basically dessert heaven. 🍫✨
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