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Wild Blueberry Cake Donuts Recipe


  • Author: Harper
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

Delight in these moist and flavorful Wild Blueberry Cake Donuts, perfectly baked to golden perfection and topped with a luscious homemade blueberry glaze. This recipe combines fresh or frozen wild blueberries with a tender cake donut base, offering a sweet and fruity treat that’s easy to prepare in just 30 minutes.


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 and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (180ºC). Lightly grease a 6-hole donut tin with butter. Fit a piping bag with a large round tip and set aside.
  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. Gently fold the mixture with a rubber spatula until the flour is about halfway incorporated.
  4. Incorporate Blueberries: Fold in the 3/4 cup of wild blueberries carefully to evenly distribute them without overmixing. If using frozen berries, expect the batter to have a purple hue.
  5. Pipe the Batter: Transfer the batter to the prepared piping bag. Pipe a full circle of batter into each donut cavity, then distribute any remaining batter evenly among them. Lightly smooth the tops using a wet fingertip.
  6. Bake the Donuts: Place the tin in the oven and bake for 13 to 15 minutes. Once baked, cool the pan on a wire rack for 10 minutes before removing the donuts to cool completely.
  7. Prepare Blueberry Glaze: Heat 2 tablespoons of wild blueberries in a microwave-safe bowl for 15 to 20 seconds until warm. Mash with a fork then strain through a fine mesh sieve to extract the juice, discarding the solids.
  8. Mix Glaze: Sift powdered sugar into a mixing bowl. Add vanilla extract and begin incorporating 1/2 teaspoon of the blueberry juice at a time, stirring until the glaze is thick and ribbons when stirred. Adjust juice quantity to achieve desired consistency.
  9. Glaze Donuts: Spoon the blueberry glaze over the cooled donuts. Allow the glaze to set for 20 minutes before serving for a perfect finish.

Notes

  • Use fresh or frozen wild blueberries interchangeably; frozen will tint the batter purple.
  • Ensure donuts are fully cooled before glazing to prevent melting.
  • For easier piping, use a flexible silicone piping bag.
  • Donuts are best enjoyed within 1-2 days for optimal freshness.
  • Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerated for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: wild blueberry cake donuts, baked donuts, homemade blueberry glaze, easy dessert, fruity baked donuts