Baked Banana Donuts with Brown Butter Glaze Recipe
Introduction
These baked banana donuts with brown butter glaze offer a delicious twist on a classic treat. Soft, moist, and bursting with banana flavor, they’re topped with a rich, nutty glaze that takes them to the next level. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp heavy whipping cream (hot)
- 2 overripe bananas (about 200g)
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 egg (at room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Step 1: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat until browned, about 7-8 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning. You’ll know it’s ready when it forms a thick foam and smells nutty.
- Step 2: Pour the browned butter into a bowl, add powdered sugar, and mix until combined. Refrigerate this mixture to solidify while you prepare the donuts.
- Step 3: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a donut pan with cooking spray. Set aside.
- Step 4: In a large bowl, mash the bananas and mix in the oil, egg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until smooth.
- Step 5: Add flour, cinnamon, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gently fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, being careful not to overmix.
- Step 6: Divide the batter evenly into the six donut cavities and bake for 17-19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Step 7: Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- Step 8: Remove the browned butter mixture from the fridge. It will be solid; add the hot heavy cream and whisk until smooth and creamy. Add more hot cream, 1/2 tbsp at a time, if needed to reach your desired glaze consistency.
- Step 9: Dip each cooled donut into the glaze, then set aside to let the glaze set. Optionally, decorate with caramelized banana slices or enjoy plain.
Tips & Variations
- Use overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moist texture.
- If you don’t have a donut pan, you can use a muffin pan—just expect a slightly different shape.
- Add chopped nuts or chocolate chips to the batter for extra texture and flavor.
- Caramelized banana slices make a beautiful, tasty garnish for the glazed donuts.
Storage
Store baked and glazed donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days and bring to room temperature before serving. Glaze may soften in the fridge; you can gently rewarm donuts to restore texture.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these donuts gluten-free?
Yes, substitute the all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free baking flour blend, making sure it contains xanthan gum for best results.
Can I prepare the brown butter glaze in advance?
Absolutely! You can make the brown butter mixture ahead of time and refrigerate it. When ready to use, simply warm the heavy cream and whisk it into the chilled mixture to form the glaze.
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Baked Banana Donuts with Brown Butter Glaze Recipe
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: 6 large donuts 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delightfully moist and flavorful baked banana donuts topped with a rich, nutty brown butter glaze. These large, bakery-style donuts combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas with warm cinnamon and brown sugar, creating a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert that’s easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Brown Butter Glaze
- 1/2 cup butter
- 4 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 tbsp hot heavy whipping cream
Banana Donuts
- 2 overripe bananas (about 200g)
- 1/4 cup oil
- 1 egg (at room temperature)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Make the brown butter: Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat for about 7-8 minutes. Watch carefully to prevent burning. You’ll know it’s ready when it forms a thick foam and gives off a nutty aroma.
- Combine brown butter gluten: Pour the browned butter into a bowl, add powdered sugar, and stir until combined. Place the mixture in the refrigerator to solidify while preparing the donuts.
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a donut pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- Mix wet ingredients for donuts: In a large bowl, mash the bananas and mix with oil, egg, vanilla extract, and brown sugar until well combined.
- Add dry ingredients: Gently fold in flour, cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Be careful not to overmix to keep the donuts tender.
- Fill donut pan and bake: Divide the batter evenly into the six donut cavities. Bake for 17-19 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool the donuts: Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare the glaze: Remove the brown butter mixture from the fridge; it will be solid. Add 3 tablespoons of hot heavy cream and whisk until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add more hot cream, 1/2 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is achieved.
- Glaze the donuts: Dip each cooled donut into the brown butter glaze. Set aside to allow the glaze to set. Optionally, decorate with caramelized banana slices or enjoy as is.
Notes
- Use a donut pan that makes large bakery-style donuts for best results.
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to avoid dense donuts.
- Carefully monitor the butter while browning to prevent burning.
- The glaze is intentionally lightly sweet to complement the natural banana flavor.
- Allow donuts to cool completely before glazing to prevent glaze from melting off.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 19 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: baked banana donuts, brown butter glaze, banana donuts, baked donuts, breakfast treats, easy donut recipe, homemade donuts
