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Oven Baked French Cruller Donuts Recipe

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These Oven Baked French Cruller Donuts are light, fluffy, and delightfully tender with a perfect balance of sweetness and vanilla aroma. Made with a simple batter and baked instead of fried, these crullers are an easier, less greasy alternative to traditional donuts, ideal for breakfast or a sweet snack.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Baking Powder
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter, softened
  • ½ cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 large Eggs
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
  • ½ cup Whole Milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a donut pan with nonstick cooking spray to ensure the donuts don’t stick and bake evenly.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt until well combined. This step ensures even rising and proper texture.
  3. Beat Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until the mixture is light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and whole milk until fully combined.
  4. Combine Mixtures: Gradually fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture. Mix just until combined to avoid overworking the batter, which can make the donuts dense.
  5. Fill the Pan: Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top plastic bag with one corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full to allow for proper rising.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool before glazing or serving.

Notes

  • Make sure your baking powder is fresh for best rising results.
  • Do not overmix the batter; mix just until combined to keep the donuts tender.
  • Use a piping bag for even donut shapes and consistent sizes.
  • Let the donuts cool completely before glazing or serving to avoid melting the glaze.
  • These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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