Lemon Poppy Seed Baked Donuts
Lemon Poppy Seed Baked DonutsThese light and fluffy baked donuts are bursting with fresh lemon flavor and a hint of crunch from poppy seeds. A healthier alternative to fried donuts, they’re easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat. Glazed with a zesty lemon icing, these donuts are a refreshing, irresistible indulgence!
Ingredients
Ingredients for the Donut Batter
- 75 g unsalted butter softened
- 100 g granulated sugar
- 1 medium egg
- 1 tbsp grated lemon zest
- 150 ml sour cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- A pinch of salt
- 220 g all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat & Prep – Preheat your oven to 180°C and grease a donut pan with a little butter or oil.
- Mix Dry Ingredients – In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, salt, and poppy seeds.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients – In another bowl, beat the egg with the sugar, sour cream, melted butter, lemon juice and zest, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Ingredients – Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula or whisk until just combined.
- Fill the Pan – Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each mold about ¾ full.
- Bake – Bake for 15-18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool & Glaze – Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Preparing the Glaze:
- In a bowl, add the powdered sugar.
- Gradually mix in the lemon juice while stirring continuously until you achieve a smooth and even consistency. The glaze should be thick enough to coat the donuts but not too runny.
- If the glaze is too thick, add a bit more lemon juice. If too thin, add more powdered sugar.