Halloween Donuts
Halloween donuts are a delightful treat that will elevate your spooky celebrations! Bursting with warm vanilla and spicy cinnamon, these fluffy baked donuts are topped with a glossy glaze and colorful sprinkles, making them a perfect addition to any Halloween gathering. Easy to prepare and customizable for your creative flair, they promise to transform ordinary moments into sweet memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glazing)
- Colored sprinkles (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease donut pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, combine milk, eggs, and vanilla; whisk until well blended.
- Gently mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Fill each donut cavity about two-thirds full with batter.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing.
- Mix powdered sugar with a splash of milk for glaze; dip each cooled donut in the glaze and top with sprinkles.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: For added flavor, substitute some all-purpose flour with pumpkin puree or applesauce. Enhance the taste by incorporating spices like nutmeg or ginger. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.