Vanilla Donuts with Nutella Glaze
Servings: 12 Servings
Ingredients
Donuts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cake flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter very cold and cubed
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Nutella Glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 4 tablespoons Nutella
- 2 to 3 tablespoons milk adjust to achieve desired consistency
Instructions
For the Donuts:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease the donut pan(s).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cake flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.2 cups all-purpose flour, ½ cup cake flour, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Add the butter and cut it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy. Whisk in the sour cream and vanilla extract until smooth.2 large eggs, 1 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Transfer the batter to a piping bag or large zip-top bag and pipe it into the donut pan, filling each well about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the Nutella Glaze:
- Sift the powdered sugar and cocoa powder into a small bowl.¾ cup powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- In a separate bowl, warm the Nutella in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds.4 tablespoons Nutella
- Add the Nutella to the sugar mixture. Whisk in the milk a little at a time until the glaze is smooth and thick but still pourable.2 to 3 tablespoons milk
- Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze, let the excess drip off, then place them on a wire rack until the glaze is set.
How to Store Leftovers
- Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
- The calorie count listed is an approximation based on the listed ingredients. The prep time includes the time needed for the donuts to cool before adding the glaze.
- This recipe makes about 12 donuts.
Nutrition Facts
Vanilla Donuts with Nutella Glaze
Serving Size
1 donut
Amount per Serving
Calories
294
% Daily Value*
Fat
11
g
17
%
Saturated Fat
6
g
30
%
Trans Fat
0.2
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
2
g
Cholesterol
49
mg
16
%
Sodium
194
mg
8
%
Potassium
174
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
45
g
15
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
24
g
27
%
Protein
5
g
10
%
Vitamin A
280
IU
6
%
Vitamin C
0.2
mg
0
%
Calcium
69
mg
7
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
