Chocolate Donuts
These Chocolate Donuts are incredibly delicious, moist, sweet, and tangy with that smooth glazed top. Making this recipe a definite must-try!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
chill: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 40minutes
Servings: 8 Donuts
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of golden brown sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup of sour cream
- 1 and 3/4 cups of all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon of cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda
- 1/2 tablespoon of cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
For the Chocolate Glaze:
- 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter (melted)
- Additionally, you’ll need corn oil for frying.
Instructions
Donut Dough Preparation:
- In a large bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of softened unsalted butter, 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 cup golden brown sugar using an electric hand mixer.
- Add 1 large egg and 1/2 tsp vanilla extract. Mix well.
- In a separate bowl, sift together 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually combine the dry mixture with the butter-sugar mix in thirds, alternating with 1/3 cup sour cream each time. Ensure thorough mixing after each addition. Then, encase the donut dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate until firm, approximately 1 hour.
Donut Shaping:
- Lightly dust your work surface with flour and roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thick.
Use a donut cutter or two different-sized biscuit cutters to cut out the donuts, dipping the cutters in flour to prevent sticking. Gather and re-roll the scraps as needed. Aim for about 12 donuts.
Frying the Donuts:
- Heat about 2 inches of corn oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 325°F. Fry the donuts in batches, taking care to cook each side for around 2 minutes. Keep a close eye to prevent overcooking, adjusting the heat as necessary. Once done, transfer the fried donuts to a plate lined with paper towels to soak up any excess oil.
Making the Glaze:
- Heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream to a light boil, then pour it over 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips. Ensure the chocolate is fully submerged and whisk it well. Reheat in short intervals if necessary.
- Whisk in 2 tablespoons of melted unsalted butter.
- Dip the slightly cooled donuts into the glaze and allow them to set on a cooling rack. Enjoy with coffee or milk!
Here are some helpful tips for making the chocolate donuts:
Mixing Technique: To blend without overworking the dough, alternate adding the sour cream and flour mixture.
Cutting the Donuts: Prevent sticking and maintain the dough’s shape while cutting by dusting the donut cutters with flour.
Frying Process: Maintain the oil temperature at 325°F while frying the donuts. Keep a close watch to prevent burning, especially as you cook in batches. Adjust the heat as needed if the oil temperature rises.
Oil Absorption: After frying, let the cooked donuts rest on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil, making them easier to coat with chocolate.
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