Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts
Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts are a delightful treat that perfectly balances fluffy texture with a burst of zesty lemon flavor. These baked donuts are coated in a sweet, lemon-infused sugar, making them an ideal choice for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack. Quick to prepare and easy to make, these donuts will impress your guests and family alike. Perfect for any occasion, they bring a refreshing twist to the classic donut experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup whole milk (or milk substitute)
- ⅓ cup melted butter (or oil for dairy-free)
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- For coating: ½ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, milk (or substitute), melted butter (or oil), lemon zest, and juice until combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and gently fold until just combined.
- Fill each donut cavity about two-thirds full with the batter.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- While baking, mix the coating ingredients in a small bowl.
- Cool donuts for about five minutes before rolling them in the lemon sugar mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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