Description
Maple Donuts are a cozy fall treat made with warm spices, real maple syrup, and topped with a silky maple glaze. These baked donuts are quick, fuss-free, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.
Ingredients
For the donuts:
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
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¼ teaspoon baking soda
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½ teaspoon salt
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2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
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¼ teaspoon ground cloves
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½ cup unsalted butter, melted
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½ cup light brown sugar
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½ cup pure maple syrup
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2 large eggs, room temperature
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½ cup sour cream, room temperature
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½ cup milk, room temperature
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2 teaspoons vanilla extract
For the maple glaze:
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1 ½ cups powdered sugar
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3–4 tablespoons maple syrup
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½ teaspoon vanilla bean paste (or extract)
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1–2 tablespoons milk (as needed)
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½ cup chopped pecans (optional topping)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Grease a donut pan.
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Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices in a bowl.
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In another bowl, whisk melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, eggs, sour cream, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
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Gently fold dry ingredients into wet until just combined—do not overmix.
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Spoon or pipe batter into donut pan, filling each ¾ full.
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Bake for 8–10 minutes, or until springy to the touch.
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Cool donuts in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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For glaze, whisk powdered sugar, maple syrup, vanilla, and milk until smooth. Adjust thickness with more sugar or milk.
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Dip cooled donuts into glaze, sprinkle pecans if desired, and let set.
Notes
Do not overmix—stir just until flour disappears.
Use a piping bag (or zip-top bag) for cleaner filling.
Cool donuts before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
Freeze unglazed donuts up to 2 months; thaw and glaze fresh.
Real maple syrup is key for flavor—avoid pancake syrup if possible.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American