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Meyer Lemon Baked Doughnuts
These soft, yeasted lemon donuts bake up tender and fluffy, then get dipped in a bright Meyer lemon glaze that soaks into every warm edge. Without the need for frying, they offer all the pleasure of a classic doughnut with a lighter touch, and they highlight seasonal citrus beautifully.
👥 12 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 52 min⏳ Prep: 45 min🔥 Cook: 7 min👤 Nicole Gaffney📖 coleycooks
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- bowl
- spatula
- wooden spoon
- baking sheet
- oven
- whisk
📝 Preparation Steps
1
In a large bowl or stand mixer, stir together the yeast, 1 tablespoon sugar, and ¼ cup warm milk. Let sit for ⏱️ 5 minutes until the yeast is foamy.
2
In the meantime, mix together the remaining ⅓ cup sugar, ½ cup warm milk, melted butter, and salt. Add that mixture to the yeast once proofed along with the egg, Meyer lemon zest, and cardamom. Stir until thoroughly combined.
melted butter (plus more for brushing)2 tablespoonsmelted butter1 tablespoonlarge egg1Meyer lemon zest1 teaspoon
3
Add the flour. If using a stand mixer, attach the dough hook and mix on low. If mixing by hand, use a sturdy wooden spoon or spatula. Mix until the dough starts to pull away from the bowl, about ⏱️ 2 minutes. If it is very sticky, add 1 tablespoon of flour at a time until it comes together. Avoid adding more than ½ cup extra.
4
Turn the mixer to medium and knead for ⏱️ 5 minutes, or knead by hand on a lightly floured surface until smooth and elastic, about ⏱️ 8 minutes.
5
Place the dough into a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm, draft free spot until doubled, about 1 to ⏱️ 2 hours.
6
When doubled, turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and roll it to ½ inch thick. Use a donut cutter to cut out as many as possible, then reroll the scraps.
7
Place donuts on parchment lined baking sheets. Cover and let rise again until doubled.
8
Preheat the oven to 400°F. Brush the tops with melted butter, then bake for exactly ⏱️ 7 minutes. Do not let them brown.
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9
Allow donuts to cool completely. Make the glaze by combining the Meyer lemon zest, juice, milk, cardamom, salt, and melted butter. Add powdered sugar and whisk until smooth.
Meyer lemon zest1 teaspoonmelted butter (plus more for brushing)2 tablespoonsmelted butter1 tablespoonpowdered sugar2 cups
10
Dip donuts into the glaze on all sides except the bottom. Transfer to a rack and let set for ⏱️ 20 minutes.
11
Optional: Return the glazed donuts to the oven at 400°F for about ⏱️ 2 minutes to help the glaze soak in. Cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts
calories
238 kcal
fat Content
4 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
1 g
sugar Content
26 g
sodium Content
181 mg
protein Content
4 g
trans Fat Content
0.1 g
cholesterol Content
23 mg
carbohydrate Content
47 g
saturated Fat Content
2 g
unsaturated Fat Content
1.3 g
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