Coffee Cake Donuts with Vanilla Glaze
Coffee cake donuts with vanilla glaze are a delectable treat combining the rich, spiced flavors of a coffee cake with the fun and portability of a donut. Perfect for any occasion, these donuts offer versatility in flavor and preparation.
Ingredients
For the Crumb Topping:
- 1/4 stick cold unsalted butter diced into small cubes
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
For the Donuts:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup full-fat sour cream
- 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 large egg at room temperature
For the Vanilla Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a 6-mold donut pan with non-stick baking spray and set it aside.
For the Crumb Topping:
- In a small bowl, combine the sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Add the cold butter cubes and quickly work them into the mixture until it resembles a coarse meal. Place the topping in the freezer while preparing the donut batter.
For the Donuts:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients. Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, being careful not to overmix.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan. Evenly distribute the crumb topping over the donut batter, then bake for 10-11 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly pressed. Let the donuts cool for 10 minutes in the pan before gently removing them and transferring them to a wire rack to cool further.
For the Glaze:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract. Drizzle the glaze over the donuts and serve immediately.