Description
Delicious and fluffy Banana Pancake Donuts that combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with classic pancake flavors. These baked donuts are easy to make, perfect for breakfast or a snack, and have a moist, tender crumb. They bake quickly in the oven and can be optionally drizzled with a simple glaze for added sweetness.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk (any kind)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp maple syrup or honey
- 1 tbsp melted butter or coconut oil
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a donut pan to prevent sticking.
- Combine wet ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, egg, milk, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and well combined.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to evenly distribute the leavening agents and spices.
- Combine wet and dry: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
- Incorporate fat: Fold in the melted butter or coconut oil into the batter to add moisture and richness.
- Fill donut pan: Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
- Bake the donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool donuts: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely for best texture.
- Optional glazing: For an extra touch, drizzle the cooled donuts with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar mixed with a little milk.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas with brown spots for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk for a dairy-free version.
- Do not overmix the batter to prevent dense donuts.
- Optional cinnamon can be omitted or adjusted to taste.
- The glaze is optional but adds a nice sweetness and aesthetic appeal.
- Ensure your baking powder and baking soda are fresh for proper rising.
