Description
Baked Lemon Blueberry Doughnuts are a delightful springtime treat that perfectly combines the tartness of fresh lemons with the sweetness of juicy blueberries. These moist, fluffy doughnuts are quick and simple to prepare, making them ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. With a luscious lemon glaze drizzled on top, each bite is bursting with flavor, ensuring they will brighten any occasion. Whether you serve them warm or at room temperature, these baked delights are sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2⅔ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
- 7–8 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and grease two donut pans.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar, melted butter, and oil until smooth. Add buttermilk, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest; mix until combined.
- Gently fold in flour, baking powder, salt, and baking soda until just combined. Fold in blueberries carefully.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag and fill donut pans about halfway.
- Bake for 7-8 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg