Description
Indulge in the delightful combination of flavors with these Spiced Carrot Donuts with Glaze. Moist and fluffy, these donuts are infused with aromatic spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, complemented by the natural sweetness of grated carrots. Perfect for breakfast or as a sweet treat, they are sure to impress at any gathering. With a simple glaze that adds an irresistible shine, these donuts will quickly become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup grated carrots (about 2 medium carrots)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine grated carrots, egg, melted butter, and milk.
- Gently mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill each cavity of the donut pan about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick should come out clean.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with enough milk until smooth.
- Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and let them sit on a wire rack until set.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg