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Blueberry Buttermilk Donuts

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Make bakery-quality blueberry buttermilk donuts at home, either baked or fried, with a sweet vanilla glaze.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
  • For the Glaze:
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) if baking, or heat 2-3 inches of oil in a deep pot to 375°F (190°C) if frying. Grease a donut pan if baking.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
  3. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Gently fold in the blueberries.
  6. If baking, spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
  7. If frying, drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for 2-3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  8. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  9. While the donuts cool, prepare the glaze. In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and pourable. Add more milk or powdered sugar as needed to reach your desired consistency.
  10. Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze, or drizzle it over them. Let the glaze set before serving.

Notes

  • For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the dry ingredients.
  • If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding to the batter.
  • The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more powdered sugar for a thicker glaze or more milk for a thinner glaze.
  • These donuts are best enjoyed fresh, within a day or two of making them.

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