Description
Baked Lemon Donuts are a delightful treat that effortlessly combines zesty citrus with sweetness. Bursting with fresh lemon flavor, these light and fluffy donuts are perfect for brunches, celebrations, or simply a sweet indulgence any day of the week. Topped with a luscious lemon glaze, they promise to brighten your day with every bite. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, these donuts are sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond milk)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- 1 large egg
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine milk, oil, egg, lemon juice, and zest.
- Fold wet ingredients into dry until just mixed—do not overmix.
- Fill each donut mold about two-thirds full and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly then drizzle with glaze made from powdered sugar and lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg