Lemon Sugar Baked Donuts
Delicious baked donuts infused with zesty lemon flavor and coated in sweet sugar, offering a lighter alternative to traditional fried donuts.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour Provides the perfect texture
- 1/2 cup Granulated sugar For sweetness and to coat the donuts
- 2 tsp Baking powder For rising
- 1/2 tsp Salt To balance flavors
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Melted butter Adds richness
- 1 large Egg Binds the ingredients
- 1/2 cup Milk Keeps the batter moist
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice Provides tanginess
- 1 tbsp Lemon zest Enhances lemon flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your donut pan.
- In a bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the melted butter, egg, milk, lemon juice, and lemon zest until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined to avoid overmixing.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each mold about two-thirds full.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Once cooled for a few minutes, toss the donuts in a bowl of sugar.
- Let them cool slightly before serving and enjoy!
Notes
Tips: Don't overmix the batter, adjust lemon zest to personal preference, and store in an airtight container for a couple of days or freeze for longer storage.