Description
These easy baked sourdough donuts are soft, fluffy, and slightly tangy from the sourdough discard. Coated in powdered sugar, they make the perfect sweet treat for breakfast or dessert!
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup sourdough discard (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup milk (room temperature)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted butter
For Coating:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
Other:
- Cooking spray or coconut oil (for greasing the donut pans)
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- If using silicone donut pans, place them on a baking sheet for stability. Grease the pans with cooking spray or coconut oil.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:
- In the bowl of a stand mixer or a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg. Mix on low speed to combine.
3. Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sourdough discard, Greek yogurt, milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Combine the Batter:
- Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Mix until just incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
5. Fill the Donut Pans:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pans, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. Use a toothpick or spatula to smooth the batter into an even layer.
6. Bake the Donuts:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 14-16 minutes, or until the donuts are slightly golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
7. Cool the Donuts:
- Allow the donuts to cool in the pans for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool for another 5 minutes.
8. Coat with Powdered Sugar:
- Add powdered sugar to a large resealable plastic bag. Place each donut into the bag one at a time, seal the bag, and gently shake until fully coated.
- Tap off any excess powdered sugar before serving.
Notes
- Make It Your Own: Add 1 tsp of cinnamon to the dry ingredients or substitute the powdered sugar with a glaze for variety.
- Storage: Store leftover donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Re-coat with powdered sugar if needed before serving.
- Sourdough Discard: This recipe is a great way to use up sourdough discard, but ensure it’s fresh and not too old or sour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
