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Wild Blueberry Cake Donuts Recipe

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These Wild Blueberry Cake Donuts are soft, moist, and bursting with fresh blueberry flavor. Baked to perfection and topped with a tangy blueberry glaze, they make an easy and delightful treat perfect for breakfast or dessert. Using fresh or frozen wild blueberries, this recipe combines simple ingredients and a quick baking method to deliver delicious homemade donuts without the hassle of frying.

Ingredients

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Donut Batter

  • 2 tablespoons salted butter (melted, plus extra for greasing the donut tin)
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon table salt
  • 3/4 cup wild blueberries (fresh or frozen)

Blueberry Glaze

  • 2 tablespoons wild blueberries (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup powdered sugar (icing sugar or confectioner’s sugar)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and lightly grease a 6-hole donut tin with butter. Prepare a piping bag fitted with a large round tip for easy batter distribution.
  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, whole milk, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Add dry ingredients: Sift the all-purpose flour into the bowl through a fine mesh sieve. Add baking powder and salt, then fold gently using a rubber spatula until the flour is about halfway incorporated, being careful not to overmix.
  4. Incorporate blueberries: Fold in 3/4 cup of wild blueberries evenly into the batter. If using frozen blueberries, expect the batter to turn a light purple color. Continue folding until no dry flour spots remain.
  5. Fill donut tin: Spoon the batter into the prepared piping bag. Pipe a full circle of batter into each donut cavity, then evenly distribute any leftover batter among the holes. Smooth the tops gently with a wet fingertip for an even surface.
  6. Bake the donuts: Place the tin in the preheated oven and bake for 13 to 15 minutes until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the pan cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes.
  7. Cool donuts completely: Carefully remove the donuts from the pan and allow them to fully cool on a wire rack before applying the glaze.
  8. Prepare blueberry glaze: Warm 2 tablespoons of wild blueberries in a microwave-safe bowl for 15 to 20 seconds until just warm. Mash the berries with a fork, then press through a fine mesh sieve to extract the juice, discarding the solids.
  9. Mix glaze ingredients: Sift powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Add vanilla extract and 1/2 teaspoon of blueberry juice, stirring well. Gradually add more blueberry juice 1/2 teaspoon at a time, mixing until the glaze reaches a thick, ribbony consistency suitable for drizzling.
  10. Glaze the donuts: Spoon the blueberry glaze over the cooled donuts, ensuring an even coating. Allow the glaze to set for 20 minutes before serving to achieve a perfect finish.

Notes

  • Using fresh or frozen wild blueberries works well; if using frozen, the batter may turn purple but that does not affect the flavor.
  • Ensure the donuts are completely cooled before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting.
  • For a more intense blueberry flavor, you can add a teaspoon of blueberry extract to the glaze.
  • Donuts are best enjoyed the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Use full-fat whole milk for the best texture and richness.

Keywords: Wild Blueberry Donuts, Blueberry Cake Donuts, Baked Donuts, Blueberry Glaze, Easy Donut Recipe

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