Hello, foodies, Austin Carter welcomes you all to Beyond The Bayou Blog to make your day even brighter with our recipes. One such recipe to make your day is Blueberry Cake Donuts. A tasty substitute for your morning muffin is these blueberry cake donuts! They are delicate, light, and brimming with wild blueberries. Their appearance is enhanced by a simple coating made of powdered sugar and actual blueberry juice.
One sunny morning, I remembered the delicious blueberry cake donuts I used to enjoy from the bakery as a kid. Feeling inspired, I decided to try making them myself. I gathered fresh blueberries and mixed them with flour, sugar, and a bit of vanilla to make the batter. The kitchen smelled amazing as the donuts were baked to a golden perfection. When I took my first bite, it was like a blast of memories and juicy blueberry flavor all at once. It was just like the ones from my childhood, and I felt so happy to have recreated them at home. If you really love blueberries these are must-try recipes Blueberry Coffee Cake and Blueberry Cobbler.
If you want to give it a try grab your apron, and let�s get baking! Trust me, this Blueberry cake donut is about to become your new favorite dessert. Let�s dive in!
Why You Will Love This Recipe?
1. Easy Peasy: Making these blueberry cake donuts is a piece of cake. It’s like whipping up muffins, but with a twist�literally because we’re using a donut pan that shapes these babies into adorable little rings. No fuss, no muss.
2. Healthier Option: Here’s the kicker: these donuts are baked, not fried. That means they’re way healthier for you (and your kitchen stays splatter-free, bonus!). Plus, they’re a dead ringer for the ones you find at Krispy Kreme or Dunkin Donuts, but without the trip to the store, the hefty price tag, or the not-so-good-for-you ingredients. Win-win!
3. Light and Fluffy: Thanks to the magic of buttermilk, these blueberry cake donuts are lighter than your average muffin. They’re fluffy, they’re dreamy, and they’re downright delicious.
4. Speedy Gonzales: Let’s talk speed. If you’ve ever tackled frying donuts, you know it’s a whole production. But these baked beauties? They’re lightning-fast. Pop ’em in the oven, and in just about 10 minutes, you’ll have piping hot donuts ready to devour. No frying mess, no waiting around�just pure donut bliss, ASAP.
Overview: How To Make Blueberry Cake Donuts?
Get ready to whip up some mouthwatering Blueberry Donuts that will have everyone coming back for seconds! With just a few simple steps, you’ll be sinking your teeth into these delectable treats in no time.
First things first, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C) and grease up those donut pans with a little nonstick cooking spray. We want these donuts to pop out effortlessly once they’re baked to golden perfection.
Now, it’s time to get mixin’! In your trusty stand mixer, cream together some butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla until it’s light and fluffy. This should take you about 3 minutes and will give your donuts that irresistible sweetness.
In a separate bowl, whisk together your flour, baking soda, and baking powder. Then, it’s egg time! Add those babies into your mixer and let them get cozy with the buttery goodness until everything is blended to perfection.
Next up, it’s a tag-team effort between your flour mixture and some buttermilk. Alternate adding them in three stages, mixing as you go, until you’ve got a smooth batter that’s begging for some blueberries.
Speaking of blueberries, gently fold them into your batter until they’re evenly distributed and your batter has taken on that gorgeous blue-purple hue.
Time to load up your piping bag (or improvised ziplock bag) and fill those donut wells about two-thirds of the way full. Pop ’em in the oven and let them bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until they bounce back when you give ’em a little poke.
While those beauties cool off, whip up a simple glaze by combining powdered sugar, milk, salt, and vanilla. Adjust the consistency to your liking by adding more milk or powdered sugar until it’s just right.
Once your donuts are cool as a cucumber, give them a dip in that luscious glaze, shake off any excess, and let them chill out on a wire rack to set. And there you have it�your ticket to donut heaven is ready to be devoured!
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Homemade Delight Blueberry Cake Donut Recipe
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups
- Wooden Spoon
- Donut Pan
- Cooling Rack
- Oven
Ingredients
For the Blueberry Donuts:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter room temperature
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- � teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup cake flour
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 large eggs room temperature
- 1 large egg yolk room temperature
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups frozen blueberries thawed
For the Glaze:
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- � cup milk
- � teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350�F (177�C). Grease donut pans with nonstick spray.
- In a stand mixer, beat butter, sugar, salt, and vanilla until fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, mix flours, baking soda, and baking powder.
- Add eggs to mixer, blend until smooth.
- Alternate adding flour mixture and buttermilk to mixer, mix well.
- Gently fold in blueberries until evenly mixed.
- Fill piping bag with batter, pipe into donut wells.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes until springy. Cool before glazing.
Glaze:
- Combine glaze ingredients in a bowl.
- Adjust consistency with milk or powdered sugar.
- Dip cooled donuts in glaze, let excess drip off.
- Place on wire rack over parchment-lined baking sheet.
Nutrition
Time for The Tips!
- Get Yourself a Donut Pan: Seriously, it’s a game-changer. These pans are cheap, usually less than $15 for two, and they make your donuts come out looking like they came from a fancy bakery. Plus, they’re non-stick, so cleanup is a breeze.
- Go Frozen with Blueberries: Trust me on this one. Frozen blueberries are your best bet for that gorgeous, juicy purple goodness in your donuts. When they thaw, they release all that yummy juice that gives your donuts the perfect color and texture.
- Fill ‘Em Up Right: You’ve got options for filling your donut pan. You can use a piping bag if you’ve got one, or you can MacGyver it with a zip-top bag. Just spoon your batter into the bag, squeeze out the air, seal it up, and snip off a corner. Then, squeeze the batter into the donut molds until they’re about two-thirds full. Smooth out the tops with a knife or spatula.
- Don’t Go Overboard: It’s tempting to fill those donut molds to the brim but trust me, you’ll regret it. The batter puffs up as it bakes, and if you overfill, you’ll lose that classic donut hole. If you do end up with hole-less donuts, no worries! Just grab a sharp knife or a corer and give ’em a quick fix once they’re cooled.
- Embrace the Scraps: Don’t let those leftover bits of donuts go to waste. Dip ’em in glaze or pop ’em straight into your mouth while you’re busy topping the rest of your donuts. It’s the baker’s privilege, after all!
What to Serve with Blueberry Cake Donut?
Possible Variations and Substitutions
Ingredient Substitutions:
- Plain Yogurt or Sour Cream: If you’re out of buttermilk, fear not! Plain yogurt or sour cream can step in and do the job just fine. Just make sure they’re not flavored, or you might end up with some funky-tasting donuts.
- All-Purpose Flour: No cake flour in the pantry? No problemo. All-purpose flour can swoop in and save the day for these blueberry cake donuts. It’s a versatile hero in the baking world.
- Frozen Blueberries: Fresh blueberries are top-notch, but if your freezer is bursting with frozen ones, they’ll do the trick in a pinch. They might even add a little extra juiciness to the party.
Substitutions for Different Flavors:
- Switch Up the Fruit: Not feeling the blueberry vibe? No biggie. You can swap ’em out for your favorite fruit instead. Think strawberries, raspberries, or even diced apples for a fruity twist.
- Go Chocolatey: Craving something a bit more decadent? Kick out the lemon extract and blueberries, and bring in the cocoa powder or chocolate chips for some rich, chocolatey goodness. Who can say no to chocolate, right?
- Get Creative with Add-Ins: Nuts, coconut, spices�oh my! Feel free to toss in whatever tickles your taste buds. Whether it’s crunchy nuts, chewy coconut, or a sprinkle of cinnamon, make these donuts your masterpiece.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use frozen blueberries instead of fresh ones?
A: Yes, you can use frozen blueberries in this recipe. Just make sure to thaw them and pat them dry before folding them into the batter to prevent excess moisture.
Q: Can I substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour?
A: Yes, you can substitute whole wheat flour for all-purpose flour, but it may result in a denser texture. You might need to adjust the amount of liquid slightly as whole wheat flour absorbs more moisture.
Q: Can I add nuts or other mix-ins to the batter?
A: Yes, you can customize the recipe by adding chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or other mix-ins to the batter for extra flavor and texture.