Description
These Baked Coffee Donuts with Coffee Glaze are a delectable treat that combines the rich flavors of espresso with a light and fluffy baked donut. Perfect for morning coffee or an afternoon snack, these donuts are coated in a sweet, espresso-infused glaze and can be topped with toffee bits or coffee grounds for an added crunch and aroma.
Ingredients
Donuts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 2 teaspoons espresso powder
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 3/4 cup buttermilk, room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Glaze
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 teaspoons espresso powder
- 1/4 cup hot water
- Toffee bits or coffee grounds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350℉ (177℃) and grease a donut pan sufficient for 12 donuts to ensure easy removal after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and kosher salt until well combined to form the dry base of the donut batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted unsalted butter, espresso powder, eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and homogenous.
- Blend Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix with a rubber spatula or wooden spoon until just combined, ensuring not to overmix for tender donuts.
- Fill Donut Pan: Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off, and pipe the batter evenly into the greased donut molds about three-quarters full. Alternatively, use two spoons to fill each mold.
- Bake Donuts: Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 14 to 16 minutes or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched, indicating they are fully baked.
- Cool Donuts: Allow the donuts to rest for about 5 minutes in the pan before gently removing them and placing them on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, espresso powder, and hot water until a thick glaze forms. Adjust the consistency by adding more powdered sugar if too thin or water if too thick.
- Glaze Donuts: Dip the rounded bottom side of each cooled donut halfway into the espresso glaze, lift it out while twisting to avoid drips, then place the donut on a wire rack or plate to set.
- Optional Garnish: While the glaze is still slightly wet, sprinkle toffee bits, coffee grounds, chocolate espresso beans, or add a drizzle of chocolate for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- Ensure all wet ingredients like eggs and buttermilk are at room temperature to create a smoother batter and better rise.
- Don’t overmix the batter; a few lumps are fine for light and fluffy donuts.
- Using a piping bag helps fill the donut molds evenly and creates a uniform shape.
- Let the donuts cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- Store glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- To make this recipe vegan, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use a plant-based milk alternative with vegan butter.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
