Best Easy Homemade Chocolate Doughnuts Recipe By Tasty Recipes

BAKED CHOCOLATE DONUTS

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a donut pan well with non-stick cooking spray and set aside.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
• In a separate bowl, mix together the buttermilk, sugar, egg, butter, and vanilla until well combined.
• Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
• Spoon the batter into the donut cavities making sure to only fill them about 2/3 - 3/4 of the way full.
• Bake for 8-10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the donut comes out clean.
• Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 5 minutes in the pan. Remove donuts from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool.
• In a separate bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, vanilla, and milk. If the glaze is too thick, slowly add one tablespoon of milk at a time until it has reached your desired consistency.
• Dip the tops of the donuts into the glaze and transfer back to the wire rack to cool and allow the glaze to harden. Top with sprinkles if desired.

CHOCOLATE DONUTS

Steps:

• In a large bowl add 2 tablespoons of unsalted softened butter along with 1/4 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 golden brown sugar. Mix it well using an electric hand mixer.
• Then add 1 large egg and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix it again once more.
• Now, in a separate bowl sift together these dry ingredients: 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 Tablespoon cornstarch, and 1/4 teaspoon salt,
• Now add 1/3 of the flour mixture to the butter and sugar mixture and begin working it in with a spatula.
• Then add a third of your sour cream (so 1/3 cup at a time). Mix again.
• Then add the second third of the flour mixture, mix again, then add another 1/3 cup of sour cream, mix.
• Now add the last third of the flour, mix, then add the last 1/3 cup of sour cream.
• Place the donut dough into a large sheet of plastic wrap and cover it tightly. Refrigerate for 1 hour or until firm.
• Now lightly dust your work surface with flour and begin rolling out the chocolate donut dough to about 1/2 inch thick. 
• Now use a donut cutter or 2 different sized biscuit cutters to cut out as many donuts as possible. It helps to dip the cutters in flour to prevent sticking.
• Now reshape the extra scraps, roll it out again to 1/2 inch thick, and cut as many donuts out once more. Repeat this step as needed. I got about 12 donuts.
• Fill a heavy-bottomed pot with about 2 inches of corn oil and bring the oil temperature to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Carefully fry the donuts in batches for about 2 minutes per side. Keep a close eye on them to avoid overcooking them. Also, make sure to adjust the heat according to the thermometer. If it brings to climb too high, bring the heat down a notch.
• Once the donuts are fried, place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb the extra oil.
• Now, for the glaze, heat 1/2 cup of heavy cream to a light boil, then pour it over 1 cup of semisweet chocolate chips. Make sure all the chocolate is fully submerged, then use a whisk to mix it well. You may need to place it in the microwave for about 10 seconds at a time to reheat it.
• Once the glaze is smooth, whisk in 2 tablespoons of unsalted melted butter.
• Now dip the slightly cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set on a cooling rack. Then enjoy with a cup of coffee or a glass of cold milk.

CHOCOLATE OLD-FASHIONED DONUTS

Steps:

• First, make the donuts: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt and nutmeg until well combined.
• In a separate large bowl using an electric hand mixer or in the bowl of a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat granulated sugar and butter on medium speed just until mixture appears sandy, about 1 minute. Beat in egg yolks on medium speed until mixture is light and thickened, about 1 to 2 minutes. Add flour mixture in three additions, alternating with sour cream, beating after each addition until batter is well-combined.
• Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 1 hour, up to 4 hours, until batter is slightly firm.
• Meanwhile, heat oil in a large pot or deep saucepan with a deep-fry thermometer attached. Heat oil to 325°F.* On a very well-floured surface using a well-floured rolling pin, roll dough out to 1/2-inch thickness. Use a well-floured donut cutter or two different-sized biscuit cutters to cut dough into approximately 16 to 18 donuts and donut holes (re-roll scraps once, if needed).
• Fry donuts in batches, about three at a time, 2 minutes each side or until puffed and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon or deep fry skimmer to transfer cooked donuts to a paper bag or paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil. Repeat with remaining donuts and donut holes.
• Next, make the glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, heat milk to just below a simmer (when it begins to steam). Remove from heat; whisk in powdered sugar, pinch salt and vanilla until smooth. Use a fork to carefully dunk donuts one at a time into glaze, coating both sides. Lift to allow excess glaze to drip off donut, then transfer to a cooling rack with parchment or paper towel underneath to catch excess glaze. Allow donuts to sit until glaze is fully set, about 15 to 20 minutes.
• Donuts are best served the day they're made, but will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

CHOCOLATE DONUTS

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350°F/180°. Grease a donut pan with oil or butter. Set aside.
• Make the donuts: Whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl. Set aside.
• In a medium bowl whisk egg with sugar until well combined. Add milk, yogurt, melted butter and vanilla extract, and whisk until combined. Pour into the flour mixture and mix until just combined. The batter will be thick.
• Fill donut cavities with batter ¾ way full using a spoon or a piping bag (much easier). Cut a corner off the bottom of the bag and pipe the batter into each donut cup.
• Bake for 9-10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the donuts comes out clean. Allow to cool for 5 minutes in pan, then remove donuts from pan and transfer to a wire rack. Allow to cool completely before glazing.
• Make the chocolate glaze: Melt the chocolate, heavy cream, and butter gently in the microwave (in 30-second intervals, stirring in between) or a double boiler until smooth. Dip the tops of the donuts into the chocolate glaze, and place on a cooling rack to set.
• Donuts are best eaten the same day or keep them for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

EASY HOMEMADE CHOCOLATE DOUGHNUTS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• Melt the chocolate and butter together in a saucepan over a medium heat.
• Stir in the cocoa powder, sugar, and vanilla extract.
• Take off the heat and whisk in the eggs one at a time.
• Tear off a piece of greaseproof paper and scrunch into a small ball.
• Pre-heat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
• Place the the paper balls in the centre of each hole in a muffin tin. Pour the chocolate doughnut mixture in the muffin tin holes, circling around the paper balls and being careful not to cover them.
• Bake in the oven for 8-10 minutes.
• Carefully take the doughnuts out of the muffin tin. Take out the paper balls with your fingers. You should have a circle-shaped hole in each doughnut.
• Dip in some melted chocolate, followed by some sprinkles.
• Enjoy!

SUPER EASY DOUGHNUTS

Steps:

• Stir the vinegar into the milk, and let stand for a few minutes until thick.
• In a medium bowl, cream together the shortening and sugar until smooth. Beat in the egg and vanilla until well blended. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and salt; stir into the sugar mixture alternating with the vinegar and milk. Roll dough out on a floured surface to 1/3 inch thickness. Cut into doughnuts using a donut cutter. Let stand for about 10 minutes.
• Heat the oil in a large deep skillet to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Fry doughnuts in the hot oil until golden, turning over once. Drain on paper towels. Dust with confectioners' sugar while they are still warm, and serve immediately.

CLASSIC GLAZED DONUTS RECIPE BY TASTY

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, add the milk, sugar, and yeast, stirring to combine.
• In a separate medium bowl, add the butter, eggs, and vanilla extract, stirring to combine.
• Add the milk mixture to the egg mixture and whisk to combine. Transfer to a large bowl and add the flour in thirds, stirring between each addition.
• Dump the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes, until smooth. Gently poke the dough with a finger--the dough should bounce back up from the indentation.
• Place the dough in a large bowl, and lightly coat the dough with oil. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap.
• Let the dough rise in a warm place for an hour, or until doubled in size.
• Take the dough out and knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes until smooth. Place the dough in an oiled bowl and repeat with rise overnight in refrigerator.
• Roll out the dough on a floured surface until ¼ inch (6 mm) thick.
• Cut out the doughnuts and donut holes with a cookie cutter and piping tip.
• Melt enough shortening over medium heat to come up just 2 inches (5 cm) up on the side of a heavy frying pan. Heat the shortening to 375°F (190°C)
• Fry the donuts and donut holes for 45 seconds on each side, or until golden brown.
• In a bowl, combine the powdered sugar, dry milk powder, vanilla extract and hot water until smooth.
• Strain the glaze through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any lumps.
• Dunk the donuts in the glaze or drizzle the glaze on top.
• Enjoy!