Maple Glazed Mini Donut
The use of real maple syrup in the frosting of these Maple Glazed Mini Donuts increases the wonderful depth of flavor. With a delicate vanilla donut as its base, this smooth maple frosting finally gets to be the star!
INGREDIENTS
- 11⁄3 cups all purpose flour, sifted
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt 1 large egg
- 1⁄2 cup granulated sugar
- 3⁄4 cup whole milk
- 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
FOR FROSTING
- 1⁄2 teaspoon whole milk
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1⁄4 teaspoon maple extract
- 11⁄2 cups powdered sugar
- Fleur de sel, to taste (optional)
How to make
- If using an electric donut maker, preheat according to manufacturer’s instructions. If using donut pans, preheat oven to 350°F and grease donut pans.
- In a small bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together egg and sugar. Then, add milk, oil, and vanilla extract, mixing until thoroughly combined. Gently stir in the flour mixture, stirring until there are no lumps.
- If using mini donut pans: Carefully fill each donut indentation 3⁄4 full. Bake for 7–9 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
- Transfer donuts to a cooling rack and cool completely. If using an electric mini donut maker: Carefully fill each donut indentation 3⁄4 full.
- Bake according to manufacturer’s instructions or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Remove donuts from appliance, transfer to a cooling rack, and let cool completely.
- Place wax paper under a wire rack to collect any drippings for an easy cleanup. Then, in a small bowl, whisk together milk, pure maple syrup, and maple extract. Add powdered sugar, whisking until smooth.
- Dip the top of each donut into the frosting, then transfer to a wire rack. Lightly sprinkle the tops with fleur de sel if desired and let set for 5 minutes. Serve immediately, or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.