Maple Glazed Mini Donut

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

1. 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.
2. In a small bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Transfer donuts to a cooling rack and cool completely. If using an electric mini donut maker: Carefully fill each donut indentation 3⁄4 full.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. 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.