Here’s a simple recipe for making chocolate-covered donuts at home:
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- Prepare the Donut Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and egg. Whisk until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fill the Donut Pan:
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a Ziploc bag with the corner snipped off.
- Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
- Bake the Donuts:
- Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched.
- Remove the donut pan from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Chocolate Glaze:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chocolate chips, butter, and corn syrup.
- Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and fully melted.
- Stir in the vanilla extract until well combined.
- Glaze the Donuts:
- Dip each cooled donut into the chocolate glaze, allowing any excess glaze to drip off.
- Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack to set. You can also sprinkle with toppings like sprinkles, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut while the glaze is still wet.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once the chocolate glaze has set, your chocolate-covered donuts are ready to be enjoyed!
- Serve the donuts with a glass of milk or your favorite hot beverage.
These homemade chocolate-covered donuts are a delightful treat that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or anytime you’re craving something sweet and indulgent!
