Irresistible, super soft and non-greasy baked donuts for the whole family to enjoy
The humble old-fashioned donut is America's most classic and loved treat since the 1800s. Originally, these donuts were deep-fried and made to have a crunchier texture with cracks on its surface. The crackly exterior makes it easier to hold cinnamon sugar or any sort of glaze. Old-fashioned donuts have a rich, dense and cakey texture in comparison to regular donuts. Soft, tender and sweet, it's no wonder these donuts have quickly become a favourite worldwide.
This recipe will take the hassle out of rolling or frying the dough. This means you get delicious, non-greasy old-fashioned donuts without compromising on its taste. This recipe does not contain yeast but requires baking powder as a leaving agent to allow the donuts to be baked quicker. For thick glazes like chocolate and vanilla glaze, it's best to use a baking tray to avoid the glaze dripping onto your kitchen countertop.
Using the USA Pan Donut Pan, these donuts bake evenly with just the right craggy exterior. USA Pan's Americoat PLUS coating also made it easy for the donuts to be released hassle-free. Americoat is a natural silicone coating that is non-toxic, making it PTFE-, PFOA-, and BPA-free. The non-stick properties of the coating also allows you to reduce your oil usage by up to 50%, making it a healthier alternative while contributing to less product usage.
Enjoy this delightfully sweet treat in many ways; dunk it in coffee, drizzle it with caramel or eat it on its own for breakfast or as an afternoon snack.
Old Fashioned Donut Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup butter
- Softened 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2-1 teaspoon ground nutmeg, to taste
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 2/3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
Suggested Toppings:
Cinnamon sugar, Confectioners' sugar, Vanilla Glaze, Chocolate Glaze, Nuts, Sprinkles or Coconut
Ingredients for: Vanilla Glaze Topping: 1 1/4 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted 1 Tablespoon light corn syrup 1 Tablespoon melted butter 1-2 Tablespoons milk 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Chocolate Glaze Topping: 1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips 2 Tablespoons butter 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon light corn syrup 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extractMethod:
1. Preheat oven to 220°C. 2. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, beat together the butter, vegetable oil, and sugars until smooth. Add in the eggs, beating to combine. Stir in the baking powder, baking soda, nutmeg, salt, and vanilla. Stir in the flour, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the flour. Stir until combined. 3. Spoon or pipe (piping is easy if you use a ziplock back with the end snipped off) batter evenly into the wells of 2 USA PAN® donut pans. 4. Bake for 10 minutes. 5. Remove from oven and cool for 5-10 min in pan or on a cooling rack. For cinnamon sugar donuts: shake warm donuts in a plastic bag with 1/3 cup cinnamon sugar. You could also use confectioners' sugar, or frost the donuts with a glaze. Vanilla Glaze Directions: Mix together glaze ingredients in a bowl and add extra liquid/sugar to adjust consistency as needed. Tint with food colouring, if desired. Chocolate Glaze Topping: Melt ingredients together over low heat or in the microwave. Stir often. Add extra corn syrup, if needed, to achieve a shiny glaze.
Recipe source: USA Pan
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