Baked Chocolate Heart Donuts Recipe
These Baked Chocolate Heart Donuts are the perfect treat for any occasion, offering a soft, moist texture with a rich chocolate flavor. Topped with a glossy chocolate glaze and heart-shaped sprinkles, they’re a sweet and thoughtful way to show love!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Sifter or fine mesh strainer
- Whisk or spoon for mixing
- Piping bag
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cups cake flour sifted
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs lightly beaten
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and spray a doughnut pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, sift together cake flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- Add buttermilk, eggs, oil, and vanilla, mixing gently until combined (the dough will be thick).
- Fill each doughnut cup about halfway with the dough (you can use a piping bag for easier filling).
- Bake for 4-5 minutes, or until the tops spring back when touched, then cool in the pan for 3 minutes before removing.
- Finish with your favorite toppings, like chocolate ganache and sprinkles.
