Get ready to transform your kitchen into a mini donut paradise with these irresistibly cute and delectable Frosted Mini Sugar Donuts! Imagine biting into a perfectly soft, bite-sized treat that's both fluffy and sweet - these little gems are about to become your new obsession. Whether you're looking for a weekend breakfast surprise, a delightful afternoon snack, or a crowd-pleasing dessert, these mini donuts will have everyone begging for more. In just 20 minutes, you'll create a batch of heavenly donuts that are so adorable and delicious, they'll disappear faster than you can say "another round, please!"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 20 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for frosting)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for frosting)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a mini donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, mix the buttermilk, egg, and melted butter until smooth and fully incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a zip-lock bag with a corner snipped off for easy filling.
- Pipe the batter into the prepared mini donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the frosting, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract in a shallow bowl until smooth.
- Once donuts are completely cooled, dip the top of each donut into the frosting, allowing excess to drip off.
- Place frosted donuts back on the wire rack and let the frosting set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Tips
- • Use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smoother batter and more consistent texture • Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense donuts • For perfectly even donuts, use a piping bag or zip-lock bag to fill the donut pan • Check donuts early - they cook quickly and can dry out if overbaked • Let donuts cool completely before frosting to prevent the glaze from melting • For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter • If you don't have a mini donut pan, you can use a regular muffin tin for similar results • Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 140kcal
Carbohydrates: 22g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Cholesterol: 25mg
