Soft-Baked Lemon Doughnut with Date Caramel
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Soft-Baked Lemon Doughnuts, a simple yet pleasurable treat that offers a delightful zing. These tender doughnuts are lightly infused with fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a refreshing bite that’s perfectly complemented by a rich and sweet date caramel. Best enjoyed warm, these doughnuts are an everyday dessert that's easy to make and even easier to devour! Feel free to get creative with the garnish—you could sprinkle on some crushed nuts or a dusting of powdered sugar for added flair.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a doughnut pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well blended.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, vegetable oil, buttermilk, lemon zest, and lemon juice until smooth.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are perfectly fine!
- Spoon the batter into the doughnut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the doughnuts are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, drizzle the date caramel over the doughnuts and garnish with additional lemon zest or crushed nuts if desired.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious soft-baked lemon doughnuts!
Nutrition
Notes
For a fun twist, try swapping out some of the all-purpose flour for almond flour for a nuttier flavor.
If you're looking to reduce sugar, feel free to cut back on the caramel or use a sugar-free substitute for an equally delightful treat.
These doughnuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
To enjoy them warm, just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds!
Happy baking!
If you're looking to reduce sugar, feel free to cut back on the caramel or use a sugar-free substitute for an equally delightful treat.
These doughnuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.
To enjoy them warm, just pop them in the microwave for a few seconds!
Happy baking!
