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Cake Mix Donuts

Delicious Cake Mix Donuts Made Easy in 20 Minutes!

These Cake Mix Donuts are a quick and easy treat made with just four ingredients, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 1 box Cake Mix any flavor like chocolate, vanilla, or funfetti
  • 1 large Egg or substitute with a flaxseed egg for a vegan option
  • ½ cup Unsalted Butter (melted) or vegetable oil as an alternative
  • ½ cup Milk dairy or non-dairy option
For Decoration (optional)
  • 1 cup Chocolate Frosting for drizzling or dipping
  • 1 cup Glaze can be flavored with vanilla or almond extract
  • Fun Toppings sprinkles, nuts, or powdered sugar

Equipment

  • donut pan
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your donut pans with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine your chosen cake mix with the egg, melted butter, and milk until smooth.
  3. Transfer the batter to a piping bag and fill each donut cavity about three-quarters full.
  4. Bake the donuts for 15-18 minutes, checking for doneness with a toothpick.
  5. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  6. Decorate the donuts with frosting, glaze, or toppings as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These donuts are a healthier alternative to traditional fried ones and can be customized with various flavors and toppings.

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