Description
These delightful Gummy Glazed Donuts are soft, fluffy, and feature a fun, colorful gummy candy glaze that melts into a sweet, shiny coating. Baked to perfection and topped with a vibrant gummy glaze, they’re a playful twist on classic donuts, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or parties.
Ingredients
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Donut Batter
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp almond extract (optional)
Gummy Glaze
- 1/2 cup gummy candy (such as gummy bears, gummy worms, or fruit snacks)
- 1 tbsp water
- 1 tbsp corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract (optional, for extra flavor)
- Food coloring (optional, for vibrant glazes)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal of the donuts after baking.
- Make the Donut Batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon if using. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and almond extract if using. Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined, avoiding overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
- Fill the Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each donut cavity about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake the Donuts: Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of a donut; it should come out clean. Allow donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the Gummy Glaze: While the donuts cool, place the gummy candies and water in a heatproof bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until the gummies are melted and smooth. Stir in corn syrup and vanilla extract if using. Add food coloring at this stage if you desire a vibrant glaze color.
- Glaze the Donuts: Once the donuts are fully cooled, dip the top of each donut into the prepared gummy glaze. Allow excess glaze to drip off and let the donuts sit for a few minutes so the glaze can set and harden slightly.
- Serve: Enjoy the gummy glazed donuts immediately for the best texture and flavor, or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Do not overmix the batter to ensure your donuts remain light and fluffy.
- If desired, substitute whole milk with any milk alternative, though texture and flavor may vary slightly.
- Adjust the gummy glaze color with food coloring to match your theme or preference.
- Store glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days to keep them fresh.
- You can experiment with different gummy candy varieties for unique glaze flavors and colors.
