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Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts Recipe

Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts Recipe
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Delight in these moist and tangy Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts, featuring a perfect balance of zesty lemon flavor and sweet sugar coating. Baked instead of fried, these donuts are a lighter, easy-to-make treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a refreshing snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup whole milk (or milk substitute)
  • ⅓ cup melted butter (or oil for dairy-free)
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice

Coating

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan thoroughly to ensure easy donut removal after baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, whole milk, melted butter, lemon zest, and freshly squeezed lemon juice until smooth and well blended.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold together until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep donuts tender and light.
  5. Fill Donut Pan: Using a piping bag or spoon, fill each donut pan cavity about two-thirds full with the batter for even baking and well-shaped donuts.
  6. Bake Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into one comes out clean.
  7. Prepare Lemon Sugar Coating: While donuts bake, combine ½ cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon lemon zest in a bowl to create a fragrant and sweet coating.
  8. Cool Donuts: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool further to room temperature.
  9. Coat Donuts: Once cool enough to handle, roll each donut in the lemon sugar mixture until fully coated, enhancing the citrus flavor and adding a delightful crunch.

Notes

  • You can substitute whole milk with any milk alternative such as almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
  • For a dairy-free version, replace melted butter with a neutral oil like vegetable or coconut oil.
  • Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep donuts soft and fluffy.
  • If you don’t have a donut pan, use a muffin tin and adjust baking time accordingly.
  • Donuts are best consumed the same day but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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