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Old fashioned cake donuts

Old Fashioned Cake Donuts That Bring Back Sweet Memories

These old fashioned cake donuts are fluffy, quick to make, and perfect for bringing back sweet memories.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Essential for structure and texture
  • 3/4 cup Granulated Sugar Can substitute with brown sugar for richer flavor
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it is fresh for optimal rise
  • 1/4 tsp Ground Nutmeg Can be replaced with cinnamon for a different flavor
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances overall flavor
  • 3/4 cup Buttermilk Fresh is best; can substitute with whole milk plus vinegar
  • 2 large Beaten Eggs Binds everything together
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Consider using almond extract for variation
  • 1/4 cup Unsalted Butter (melted) Can substitute with vegetable oil for lighter option
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Provides sweetness and a soft finish
  • 2 tbsp Milk Can be replaced with plant-based milk
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (for glaze) Enriches glaze flavor

Equipment

  • donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your donut pan with non-stick spray or melted butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground nutmeg, and salt until well combined.
  3. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, beaten eggs, melted unsalted butter, and vanilla extract and whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold until just combined.
  5. Spoon the batter into each donut well, filling them about two-thirds full.
  6. Bake for 8-10 minutes, until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. While donuts bake, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to prepare the glaze.
  8. Once baked, allow donuts to cool for a few minutes, then dip each into the glaze and set on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store finished donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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