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Lemon Blueberry Donuts

Lemon Blueberry Donuts That Will Brighten Your Morning

Delight in these light and fluffy Lemon Blueberry Donuts, a healthier baked alternative to fried donuts that are bursting with flavor.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Batter
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter Melted and slightly cooled
  • ½ cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the donuts moist
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the donuts
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for binding
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Adds citrus flavor
  • ½ cup Buttermilk Swappable for non-dairy plus vinegar
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Baking Powder Helps the donuts rise
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness
  • 1 cup Fresh Blueberries Adds bursts of sweetness
For the Lemon Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar For a smooth glaze
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest Extra citrus flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice For glaze's acidity

Equipment

  • donut pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Measuring Cups
  • Measuring Spoons

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a donut pan with cooking spray.
  2. Sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, blend sugar, vegetable oil, eggs, melted butter, buttermilk, lemon zest, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently until fully incorporated.
  5. Fold in the fresh blueberries gently to avoid breaking them.
  6. Fill each mold in the donut pan about ¾ full with the batter.
  7. Bake for 17-20 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Whisk together powdered sugar and lemon juice for the glaze until smooth.
  10. Drizzle the lemon glaze over cooled donuts and sprinkle with lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

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