Mini Donuts

Mini donuts are the bite-sized version of everyone’s favorite treat — soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweet. These little delights bring all the joy of classic donuts but in a fun, poppable size that’s ideal for parties, snacks, or desserts. Originating as a playful twist on traditional fried donuts, mini donuts have become a favorite at fairs, bakeries, and home kitchens alike.

They can be fried to golden perfection or baked for a lighter version, then finished with endless toppings — from cinnamon sugar and powdered sugar to chocolate glaze and colorful sprinkles. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, mini donuts are a crowd-pleasing treat that delivers a burst of sweetness in every bite. Mini Donuts Recipe

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Quantity
All-purpose flour	1 cup
Baking powder	1½ tsp
Sugar	¼ cup
Salt	¼ tsp
Milk	½ cup
Egg	1 large
Unsalted butter (melted)	2 tbsp
Vanilla extract	1 tsp
Vegetable oil (for frying)	As needed

Coating (Optional):

• ¼ cup sugar + ½ tsp cinnamon (for rolling)
  or
• Melted chocolate for dipping
  or
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Prepare Batter:
   In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
   In another bowl, combine milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
   Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until smoo

Heat Oil:
In a deep pan, heat oil to 350°F (175°C) over medium he

hape Donuts:
Use a piping bag (or ziplock with corner cut) to pipe small rounds into the hot oil, or use a mini donut pan if baking.

fry Until Golden:
Fry mini donuts for 1–2 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.

1. Coat or Glaze:
   While still warm, roll in cinnamon sugar or dip in melted chocolate. You can also dust with powdered sugar once cooled.

Baked Option (Healthier):

• Pour batter into a greased mini donut pan.
• Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8–10 minutes, until lightly golden.

Serving Suggestion:

Serve warm with hot chocolate, coffee, or a glass of milk. Perfect for parties, brunches

Storage

• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Reheat in the oven for 2–3 minutes before serving.