Description
Deliciously rich and chocolatey old-fashioned donuts that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs and then mix in the buttermilk, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Chill the dough in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/2 inch thick.
- Use a donut cutter or two round cutters (one larger and one smaller) to cut out the donuts.
- Gather the scraps, re-roll, and cut out additional donuts.
- In a deep skillet or fryer, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F.
- Carefully place the donuts in the hot oil, a few at a time, and fry for about 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
- For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set on a wire rack.
Notes
- For a fun twist, add chocolate chips to the dough before frying.
- Try rolling the donuts in cinnamon sugar instead of glazing for a different flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg