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There's something undeniably delightful about the aroma of freshly baked donuts wafting through the kitchen. The appeal of homemade donuts goes beyond just taste; it's about the memories created, the love infused in each bite, and the excitement that comes from crafting something so delicious with your own hands. While store-bought donuts can satisfy a sweet tooth, nothing compares to the satisfaction of enjoying a warm, homemade donut that is "melt in your mouth" tender.

Melt In Your Mouth Glazed Donuts Recipe

Indulge in these melt-in-your-mouth glazed donuts that are perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat! Made with simple ingredients like flour, sugar, and buttermilk, these baked donuts are easy to whip up in just 30 minutes. Once baked, dip them in a smooth vanilla glaze for the ultimate touch. Ideal for sharing, but be careful—you might not want to! Check out the full recipe and get ready to enjoy these irresistible donuts.
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Ingredients
  

2 cups all-purpose flour

1/2 cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon baking soda

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

3/4 cup buttermilk, at room temperature

1 large egg

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)

2 tablespoons milk (for glaze)

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)

Instructions
 

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a donut pan with cooking spray or butter.

    Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, sift together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground nutmeg until well combined.

      Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the melted butter, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.

        Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently fold until just combined; be careful not to overmix. The batter should be slightly thick.

          Fill Donut Pan: Transfer the batter into a piping bag (or a ziplock bag with one corner snipped) and fill each donut cavity about 3/4 full.

            Bake Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when touched. Allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

              Make the Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding more milk or powdered sugar.

                Glaze Donuts: Once the donuts are completely cool, dip the top of each donut into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off. Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack to set.

                  Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy these delightful melt-in-your-mouth glazed donuts fresh, or store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days!

                    Prep Time: 15 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes | Servings: 12 donuts