Description
Lemon Sugar Donuts are a delightful treat that fills your kitchen with a zesty aroma and offers a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors. These fluffy donuts, topped with a luscious lemon glaze, are easy to make and ideal for any occasion. Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet afternoon snack, these donuts are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Zest and juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and sugar.
- In another bowl, mix the egg, melted butter, milk, lemon zest, and juice until smooth.
- Gradually combine wet ingredients with dry ingredients; stir gently until just mixed.
- Fill each donut cavity halfway with batter and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
- Cool slightly before glazing by dipping in powdered sugar mixed with lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg