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Four blueberry-glazed donuts with purple glaze, zest, and a blueberry

Blueberry Cake Donut

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  • Author: Charlene
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cool Time: 0 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 donuts 1x
  • Category: dessert
  • Method: baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: gluten-free

Description

A delicious blueberry cake donut recipe that is fluffy and filled with fresh blueberries.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Set your oven to 350ยฐF and let it warm up fully. This preheating is essential for ensuring that your blueberry cake donut bakes evenly, leading to a lovely texture.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and ground cinnamon. This combination of dry ingredients is key for imparting lift and ensuring your donuts achieve that light, airy quality.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mixing these wet ingredients thoroughly creates a smooth batter, ensuring all components are well balanced.
  4. Gently fold the fresh blueberries into the batter after mixing your wet and dry ingredients. This gentle folding helps keep the blueberries intact, allowing them to burst with flavor in your finished donuts.
  5. Scoop the batter into your prepared donut pan, filling each mold about halfway. This space is crucial, as it grants the donuts room to rise without overflowing during baking.
  6. Bake the donuts for approximately 15-18 minutes. They should turn golden brown and spring back lightly when touched, indicating theyโ€™re ready to cool.
  7. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Cooling is important because it helps prevent sticking, making it easier to remove without damaging them.

Notes

  • When selecting an all-purpose gluten-free flour, choose a high-quality blend that contains xanthan gum for structure, which helps keep the donuts from crumbling.
  • Ensure your baking powder is fresh to achieve maximum lift.
  • For a dairy-free version, substitute buttermilk with unsweetened almond milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar to sour it.
  • If you’d like to replace granulated sugar with a sugar substitute that measures cup for cup, feel free to make that adjustment based on your dietary needs.
  • Make sure to thoroughly wash and check your blueberries for ripeness, looking for firmness and a deep blue hue, as these factors greatly affect the flavor in your donuts.
  • Always let the donuts cool properly before removing them from the pan to avoid breakage and ensure they hold their shape.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg
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