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Chocolate Cake Donut Recipe

Irresistibly Moist Chocolate Cake Donut Recipe You’ll Love

This Chocolate Cake Donut Recipe features moist, rich donuts with a luscious glaze, perfect for any chocolate lover's craving.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitution: Cake flour for lighter texture.
  • 3/4 cup Dark Cocoa Powder Substitution: Dutch-processed cocoa for milder taste.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Substitution: White granulated sugar can alter flavor.
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitution: Milk mixed with 1 tbsp of vinegar.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter
  • 1 cup Mini Chocolate Chips
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Corn Syrup
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips

Equipment

  • Donut Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray the donut pans.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  5. Fold in the mini chocolate chips gently.
  6. Fill each cavity of the prepared donut pans about halfway with batter.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes and check for doneness with a toothpick.
  8. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, butter, corn syrup, and a splash of water; heat until smooth.
  10. Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the warm glaze and allow excess to drip off.
  11. Let the glazed donuts sit until the glaze sets, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 2 months.

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