Chocolate Donuts

Here’s a delicious and easy recipe for Chocolate Donuts! These donuts are soft, chocolatey, and perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack.

Ingredients:

For the Donuts:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 cup granulated sugar

• 1 teaspoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda

• 1/4 teaspoon salt

• 2 large eggs

• 1/2 cup whole milk (or buttermilk)

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup hot water or coffee (for richer flavor)

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar

• 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

• 2 tablespoons milk (or more if needed)

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan or lightly spray it with non-stick cooking spray. This recipe makes about 12 donuts.

2. Make the Donut Batter:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.

3. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

4. Gradually add the hot water or coffee and mix until the batter is smooth and well-blended.

3. Fill the Donut Pan:

1. Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full. You can use a piping bag or a plastic sandwich bag with the corner cut off to make this easier.

4. Bake the Donuts:

1. Bake the donuts for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. The donuts should spring back when touched.

2. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

5. Make the Chocolate Glaze:

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth. If the glaze is too thick, add a little more milk until you reach the desired consistency.

6. Glaze the Donuts:

1. Once the donuts have cooled, dip the tops of each donut into the chocolate glaze, swirling gently to coat.

2. Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving.

Serve and Enjoy:

These Chocolate Donuts are perfect for any occasion! Whether you’re serving them for breakfast or enjoying them as a treat, they’re sure to be a hit with everyone. Enjoy your homemade chocolatey goodness! 🍩🍫