Baked Banana Donuts are much lighter than fried ones! The batter comes together in less than five minutes, and the donuts are baked in 10 minutes. If you see a ripe banana sitting on the counter, this is the perfect recipe to prepare in a few minutes. Jump to:About Baked Banana DonutsWhy You Will Love These DonutsIngredientsStep-by-Step DirectionsStoring SuggestionsVariationsHelpful TipsMore Eggless DonutsRecipe Card
About Baked Banana Donuts
Baked donuts are something I adore a lot. They are very light compared to fried donuts. And the best part is that they are super quick to make. The baked donuts recipe comes together in just a few minutes, and you can instantly have them whenever you crave them. We do not need any egg replacer or binding agent to make these donuts. All we need are some basic ingredients, readily available in our kitchen, and yummy donuts are ready. I have adapted this recipe from my Baked Vanilla Donuts (Eggless). My family and friends love baked donuts, so I always try to make different flavors. I have also posted a few more baked donut recipes already. A ripe banana in these donuts adds flavor and makes them super moist. Moreover, I have topped the donuts with a chocolate glaze. And what could be better than a banana and chocolate combo, right? Texture: Baked Banana Donuts are very light and fluffy. They are soft and moist. Flavors: These donuts are flavored with banana, vanilla, and chocolate. Ease Of Making: This recipe comes together easily and quickly. There is no need for an electric mixer to make the batter. Also, we need the basic baking ingredients readily available in our pantry.
Ingredients
Step-by-Step Directions
Making The Batter
Preheat the oven to 350° F. Grease the donut pan with nonstick oil spray or with melted butter. Set aside. In a blender jar, add ripe banana and milk. Blend into a smooth puree. Set aside.
Whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a mixing bowl until well combined.
Whisk melted butter, sugar, and vanilla in another bowl until just combined.
Add banana puree and vinegar. Whisk well to combine.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until well combined but do not overmix.
Baking The Donuts
Fill the batter into a large piping bag; there is no need for a tip. Cut the end of the piping bag and pipe the batter into the donut pan evenly up to ¾ way. Do not overfill, as these donuts will rise well.
Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly brown. Do not overbake. Remove from the oven and allow the donuts to cool down in the pan for 2 minutes. Then transfer the donuts onto a wire rack and let them cool completely.
Glaze The Donuts
Take the chopped chocolate or chocolate chips in a heatproof bowl or saucepan. Add heavy cream and butter.
Melt the chocolate using a double boiler method. Alternatively, you can melt the chocolate using a microwave-safe bowl. Melt the chocolate in the microwave in 15 seconds increments, stirring after each time until completely melted and smooth.
Dip the tops of the donuts into a chocolate glaze, and place them back onto a cooling rack to set. The glaze will be set in 10-15 minutes.
Storing Suggestions
Baked Banana Donuts are best eaten the same day. However, they can be covered tightly and stored at room temperature for two days. And in the fridge for up to four days. Allow the glaze to set completely before stacking the donuts into the container. Keep the donuts away from the warm place; otherwise, the chocolate glaze may start melting.
Variations
Spices: You can add spices to the dry ingredients, such as nutmeg, ground cinnamon, or ground cardamom. Nuts: Incorporate nuts into batter, like toasted walnuts or pecans. However, chop them very finely before adding them to the batter. Glaze: Instead of chocolate glaze, top the donuts with sugar glaze or your choice of glaze. Toppings: Add some sprinkles or chopped nuts on the tops right after glazing the donuts.
Helpful Tips
Milk: For the best texture and taste, use whole or full-fat milk. Otherwise, you can use 2% milk but do not use fat-free milk. Banana: Instead of blending the banana and milk, you can mash the banana with the fork and then add the milk to the wet ingredients. Spices: If you want, add a pinch of nutmeg or ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon to the dry ingredients. Filling The Donut Pan: Using a large piping bag is easier to fill the batter into the donut pan. But instead of the piping bag, you can also use a Ziploc bag, fill it with the batter, cut the corner and fill the donut pan. Do Not Overfill: Do not overfill the donut pan; fill it only up to ¾ way full, as donuts will rise well. Baking: These donuts are quick to bake; it takes only 10 minutes. So keep an eye after 8 minutes and do not overbake the donuts. Chocolate Glaze: If you do not prefer chocolate glaze, you can simply top the donuts with sugar glaze. Storing: Let the sugar glaze set entirely before stacking and storing the donuts. Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled.
