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Blueberry Cake Donuts with Blueberry Glaze

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Delicious and fluffy blueberry cake donuts topped with a homemade blueberry glaze, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 4 tablespoons salted European butter (melted)
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tablespoons buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
  • 2/3 cup frozen wild blueberries
  • Neutral frying oil (vegetable, canola, or avocado)
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup + 2–3 tablespoons whole milk
  • 1/4 cup freeze-dried blueberry powder
  • 1 teaspoon blueberry emulsion or extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and fine sea salt.
  2. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, melted butter, buttermilk, egg, sour cream, and vanilla bean paste until smooth.
  3. Mix and Chill: Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, then incorporate the frozen blueberries. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes.
  4. Heat the Oil: Fill a pot with about 2 inches of oil and heat it to 355°F (180°C).
  5. Prepare for Frying: Set a wire rack over a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  6. Fry the Donuts: Scoop batter into hot oil and fry 6 to 8 donuts until golden brown, about 3 minutes per side.
  7. Make the Glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, freeze-dried blueberry powder, milk, and blueberry emulsion until smooth. Microwave to thin if needed.
  8. Glaze the Donuts: Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and let excess drip off. Set on a wire rack.

Notes

Best served fresh. Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 days. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped donuts.

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Keywords: blueberry donuts, cake donuts, dessert, sweet treat, fried donuts

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