Banana Donuts, Moist and Fluffy (Printable)
Golden, cake-like banana donuts with ripe banana and cinnamon, ready with a simple vanilla glaze.
# What You'll Need:
→ Wet Ingredients
01 - 2 medium ripe bananas, thoroughly mashed
02 - 1/2 cup milk
03 - 2 large eggs
04 - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
05 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Dry Ingredients
07 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
08 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Optional Glaze
12 - 1 cup powdered sugar
13 - 2 to 3 tablespoons milk
14 - 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Cook:
01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F and lightly grease a nonstick donut pan to prevent sticking.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk mashed bananas, milk, eggs, vegetable oil, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture is fully smooth.
03 - In a separate bowl, sift together all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt.
04 - Gently fold the dry mixture into the wet components until just combined, avoiding overmixing to maintain a tender crumb.
05 - Transfer the batter into a piping bag or resealable plastic bag with the corner snipped. Pipe the batter into each donut mold, filling each about three-quarters full.
06 - Place pan in preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until donuts are golden and tops spring back when pressed lightly.
07 - Remove pan from oven. Allow donuts to rest in the pan for 5 minutes. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
08 - In a medium bowl, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Dip cooled donuts into glaze and allow to set before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Your mornings will never feel dull with the cloud-like texture and real banana flavor in every bite.
- This recipe is a game changer when you want a quick treat that looks impressive but is secretly fuss-free.
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- The one time I overmixed the batter, the donuts turned out tough—so fold gently and stop as soon as it's combined.
- Switching to a piping bag instead of spooning was a game changer for even shapes and cleaner fingers.
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- Steaming the bananas for 2 minutes before mashing makes them even softer and sweeter.
- Dust the donut pan with flour after greasing to prevent sticking and boost the golden color.