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Maple Doughnuts

Soft and sweet baked doughnuts with warm maple flavor, perfect for a lighter treat any morning.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 24 minutes
Servings: 12 doughnuts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup maple sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon natural maple flavor
Glaze and Toppings
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk for glaze consistency
  • 1/4 cup crushed walnuts for topping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a doughnut pan.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, maple sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and maple flavor until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined.
  5. Fill each doughnut cavity about 2/3 full with batter.
Baking
  1. Bake for 12 to 14 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool for a few minutes, then remove from the pan.
Glazing
  1. For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with milk until smooth.
  2. Dip the tops of the doughnuts in the glaze and sprinkle with crushed walnuts.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your homemade maple doughnuts!

Notes

These doughnuts can be stored in an airtight container for 1-2 days at room temperature or up to 5 days in the fridge. Can be frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat before serving for a fresh-baked feel.