Description

These Irresistible Chocolate Cake Donuts are rich, moist, and perfectly chocolatey baked treats. They combine the deep flavor of cocoa with a tender cake texture, all topped with a smooth cocoa glaze. Easy to prepare and bake in just under 30 minutes, these donuts are a delightful homemade dessert or snack that will satisfy any chocolate lover’s cravings.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup granulated sugar

Wet Ingredients

1/2 cup milk
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 large eggs

Glaze

Powdered sugar (quantity as needed for glaze)
Cocoa powder (quantity as needed for glaze)
Milk (quantity as needed for glaze)

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Instructions

Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan thoroughly to prevent sticking.
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat together the milk, vegetable oil, and eggs until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
Blend Ingredients: Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, mixing until just incorporated. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full to allow room for rising.
Bake Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center of a donut comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly.
Cool and Transfer: Carefully remove the donuts from the pan and place them on a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
Prepare Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and milk in small amounts until you reach your desired smooth, drizzleable consistency.
Glaze Donuts: Drizzle the cocoa glaze over the cooled donuts evenly. Allow glaze to set before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Do not overmix the batter to ensure the donuts remain light and tender.
Use a wire rack for cooling to prevent sogginess by allowing air circulation.
Adjust milk quantity in the glaze gradually to achieve the perfect consistency—too thin will drip off too quickly, too thick will be hard to drizzle.
These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
If you don’t have a donut pan, you can use muffin tins but the shape will differ.