Description
These Banana Bread Donuts are a delightful twist on classic banana bread, offering soft, moist, and flavorful treats baked to golden perfection. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, they combine mashed ripe bananas, warm cinnamon, and a tender crumb in convenient donut form.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas (mashed)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup milk (whole or alternative)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan to prevent sticking and ensure easy removal of the donuts.
- Mash Bananas: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe bananas until they become smooth, forming the base of the batter.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Add the eggs, granulated sugar, milk, and melted butter to the mashed bananas. Mix thoroughly to create a homogeneous wet mixture.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and ground cinnamon until evenly combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet banana mixture. Stir gently until just combined to avoid overmixing and to maintain a tender texture.
- Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising during baking.
- Bake Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the donuts turn golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the donuts to cool slightly in the pan before transferring them onto a wire rack to cool completely. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the sweetest flavor and best texture.
- For a dairy-free version, replace milk with almond or oat milk and use coconut oil instead of butter.
- To add extra flavor, consider mixing in chopped nuts or chocolate chips before baking.
- Don’t overfill the donut cavities to avoid overflow and uneven baking.
- Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- Reheat gently in a microwave for about 10 seconds for a freshly baked taste.
