Get ready to transform your ordinary breakfast into an extraordinary culinary experience with these irresistible Blueberry Cake Donuts with Lemon Icing! Imagine biting into a soft, tender donut bursting with juicy blueberries, crowned with a zesty lemon glaze that will make your taste buds dance with joy. These aren't just donuts - they're a morning miracle that combines the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and absolutely delicious flavors that will have everyone begging for your secret recipe!
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 12-cavity donut pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, mix buttermilk, melted butter, and egg until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Gently fold in fresh blueberries, taking care not to crush them and distribute evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or use a spoon to carefully fill each donut cavity about 2/3 full, ensuring even distribution.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean and donuts are golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- For the lemon icing, whisk powdered sugar and lemon juice in a bowl until smooth and glossy, adjusting consistency with more sugar or juice as needed.
- Once donuts are completely cool, dip the top of each donut into the lemon icing or drizzle icing over the donuts.
- Allow icing to set for 10-15 minutes before serving. Enjoy fresh blueberry cake donuts with tangy lemon glaze!
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smoother batter and more even baking.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense donuts. Mix just until ingredients are combined.
- Gently fold blueberries into the batter to prevent crushing and maintain their fresh burst of flavor.
- For perfectly shaped donuts, use a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner cut off to fill the donut pan.
- Check donuts a minute or two before the recommended baking time to prevent overcooking.
- Let donuts cool completely before icing to ensure the glaze sets properly.
- For extra flavor, try adding a touch of lemon zest to both the batter and the icing.
- Store donuts in an airtight container and consume within 1-2 days for maximum freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 45mg
