Manuka Honey Glazed Donuts 🍯🍩

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1 tablespoon baking powder

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 cup whole milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1/2 cup Manuka honey

For the Glaze:

  • 1/2 cup Manuka honey

  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar

  • 1 tablespoon milk

  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper for baked donuts.

  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

  3. Combine the Wet Ingredients:

    • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and Manuka honey until well combined.

  4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

    • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

  5. Fill the Donut Pan:

    • Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

  6. Bake:

    • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

    • Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

  7. Prepare the Glaze:

    • In a small bowl, whisk together the Manuka honey, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  8. Glaze the Donuts:

    • Dip each cooled donut into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off, and place them back on the wire rack to set.

Tips:

  • Storage: Store glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

  • Frying Option: For a classic fried donut, heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the donuts until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels before glazing.

These Manuka honey glazed donuts are a sweet and satisfying treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert! 🍯🍩