Perfectly Mini Doughnuts

Bite-sized, fluffy, and irresistible—these homemade mini doughnuts are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert! Choose between baked (healthier) or fried (classic) methods.

Ingredients

For the Dough:

2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
2 tsp baking powder
½ tsp salt
½ tsp ground nutmeg (optional, for warmth)
¾ cup (180ml) whole milk
1 large egg
2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract

For Frying (Optional):

2 cups (480ml) neutral oil (vegetable, canola, or peanut)

For Coating:

½ cup (100g) granulated sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon
OR powdered sugar
OR melted chocolate/glaze (see below)

For Chocolate Glaze (Optional):

½ cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp (30ml) heavy cream
1 tsp coconut oil (for shine)

Instructions

1. Make the Dough

Whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg in a bowl.
In another bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
Gently fold wet ingredients into dry until just combined (don’t overmix—small lumps are okay).

2. Shape the Doughnuts

For Baked:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a mini doughnut pan.
- Pipe or spoon batter into each cavity (¾ full). Bake for 8–10 minutes until springy.
For Fried:
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot.
- Drop teaspoon-sized dough balls into oil (work in batches). Fry 1–2 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels.

3. Coat & Decorate

Cinnamon Sugar: Roll warm doughnuts in melted butter, then cinnamon sugar.
Powdered Sugar: Dust cooled doughnuts generously.
Chocolate Glaze: Microwave chocolate, cream, and coconut oil in 20-sec bursts, then dip doughnuts.

Tips for Success

Don’t overmix—this keeps them tender, not tough.
No doughnut pan? Use a mini muffin tin for “doughnut holes.”
Air Fryer Option: Spray with oil, cook at 350°F (175°C) for 5–6 mins, shaking halfway.
Storage: Best fresh, but keep in an airtight container for 1–2 days.

Fun Variations

🍩 Stuffed: Inject with jam, Nutella, or pastry cream.
🍫 S’mores: Dip in chocolate, then roll in crushed graham crackers + mini marshmallows.
🍋 Lemon Glaze: Mix 1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp lemon juice + zest.

Serve warm with coffee or milk—tiny, tasty, and totally addictive! 😋

Want a baked apple cider version? Swap milk for ½ cup cider + ¼ cup applesauce! 🍏