🍩 Fluffy Donut Bread
Soft like cake, sweet like a donut — ready in under an hour.
This fluffy donut bread is the perfect cross between a tender breakfast bread and a classic baked donut. No yeast. No frying. No rising time. Just mix, bake, and enjoy.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
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Soft & fluffy texture – Light crumb without yeast
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Fast prep – Ready in under 45 minutes
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Minimal cleanup – Two bowls, no mixer
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Customizable – Add spices, fillings, or glazes
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Kid & crowd approved – Sweet but not heavy
📝 Ingredients
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1½ cups all-purpose flour
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½ cup sugar
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2 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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½ cup milk
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¼ cup vegetable oil
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1 egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Confectioners’ sugar (for dusting)
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a donut pan (or use a mini muffin tin).
2️⃣ Mix Dry Ingredients
Whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3️⃣ Mix Wet Ingredients
Whisk milk, oil, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
4️⃣ Combine
Pour wet into dry and stir just until combined.
Do not overmix.
5️⃣ Fill Pan
Fill molds ⅔ full.
Tip: Use a piping bag for clean edges.
6️⃣ Bake
Bake 10–12 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool 2–3 minutes before removing.
7️⃣ Finish
Dust with confectioners’ sugar.
Serve warm or at room temperature.
✨ Flavor Variations
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Cinnamon Spice – Add ½ tsp cinnamon
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Chocolate Chip – Stir in ¼ cup mini chips
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Lemon Poppy Seed – Add zest + 1 tbsp poppy seeds
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Pumpkin Spice – Add ¼ cup pumpkin + warm spices
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Churro Style – Brush with butter, roll in cinnamon sugar
🍯 Glaze Ideas
| Topping | Flavor | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Vanilla Glaze | Sweet & classic | Everyday treats |
| Chocolate Ganache | Rich & indulgent | Dessert trays |
| Maple Glaze | Warm & cozy | Fall brunch |
| Berry Sauce | Tart & fresh | Spring & summer |
| Caramel Drizzle | Buttery & sweet | Nutty variations |
☕ Best Pairings
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Hot coffee or chai
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Fresh fruit or compote
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Whipped cream
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Greek yogurt & honey
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Peanut butter for a protein boost
🧊 Storage & Reheating
Room Temp: Airtight container, up to 3 days
Freeze: Up to 2 months (unfrosted)
Reheat:
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Microwave: 8–10 seconds
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Oven: 300°F for 3–4 minutes
🔥 Chef’s Texture Tips
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Don’t overmix
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Use fresh baking powder
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Fill molds only ⅔ full
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Cool slightly before removing
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Dust sugar when just warm
📊 Nutrition (Per Donut)
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Calories: 160
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Fat: 6g
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Carbs: 25g
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Sugar: 10g
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Protein: 3g
❓ FAQ
No donut pan?
Use a mini or regular muffin tin.
Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes. Use almond, oat, or soy milk.
Why are mine dense?
Overmixing or old baking powder.
Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely. Bake in batches for best results.
Can I turn this into a loaf?
Yes. Bake in a mini loaf pan for 25–30 minutes.
Fluffy, sweet, and endlessly customizable — this donut bread is the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again. 🍩✨
