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Coffee Cake Donuts with Vanilla Glaze

Delight in these fluffy Coffee Cake Donuts with a sweet vanilla glaze—perfect for breakfast or a coffee break!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Donut pan
  • Spatula
  • Cooling rack
  • Small Bowl

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts:

  • 1/4 stick cold unsalted butter cut into tiny cubes
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour for crumb topping
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour for donut batter
  • 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar for glaze
  • 1/2 tablespoon whole milk to thin glaze
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Method:

  • Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
  • Step 2: In a medium bowl, mix together the cold unsalted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, and cinnamon until it resembles wet sand. Set aside.
  • Step 3: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
  • Step 4: In another bowl, combine the full-fat sour cream, melted butter, and egg. Whisk until smooth.
  • Step 5: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold together until just combined.
  • Step 6: Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
  • Step 7: Sprinkle the crumb topping over each donut before baking.
  • Step 8: Bake for about 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Step 9: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
  • Step 10: In a small bowl, whisk together the confectioners' sugar, whole milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Step 11: Once cool, dip the tops into the glaze or drizzle it over the donuts.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Freeze unglazed donuts for up to 2 months; thaw before glazing.
  • Try using Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangy flavor.
Keyword Baked, Easy, Sweet