Crumb Baked Donuts : Soft, Sweet & Delicious

There’s something irresistibly comforting about a soft, crumb-topped donut paired with a hot cup of coffee. It feels like Saturday mornings, cozy brunches, or a treat from your favorite corner bakery. This Crumb Baked Donuts Recipe brings that bakery magic home, combining moist vanilla donuts, a cinnamon-butter crumb topping, and a silky vanilla glaze. Best of all? They’re baked—not fried.

Whether you’re baking for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these donuts are easy to make and hard to stop at just one.

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📝 Why You’ll Love This Crumb Baked Donuts Recipe

• No Frying – All the indulgence without the oil splatter
• Crumb Topping Heaven – Buttery cinnamon crumbs on every bite
• Easy to Customize – Add fruit, chocolate chips, or glaze flavors
• Quick Bake – Ready in under 30 minutes
• Perfect for All Seasons – Comforting in winter, light enough for summer

🛒 Ingredients (Yields ~6 donuts)

For the Donuts:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking powder
• ¼ tsp baking soda
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tsp vinegar)
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Crumb Topping:

• ¼ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• 2 tbsp cold unsalted butter, cubed

For the Vanilla Glaze:

• ½ cup powdered sugar
• 1–2 tbsp milk
• ¼ tsp vanilla extract

🕒 Time Guide

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Bake Time: 10–12 minutes
Cooling & Glazing Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Preheat and Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 6-cavity donut pan or use a silicone mold.

Step 2: Make the Donut Batter

In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla.
Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just combined—do not overmix.
Spoon or pipe batter into prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.

Step 3: Make the Crumb Topping

In a small bowl, combine flour, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Cut in cold butter using a fork or your fingers until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Sprinkle a generous amount over each donut cavity before baking.

Step 4: Bake

Bake for 10–12 minutes or until donuts spring back when touched. Allow to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Step 5: Glaze

Whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle glaze over slightly cooled donuts.

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🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Serve warm with coffee or chai for breakfast
• Dust with powdered sugar instead of glaze for a lighter option
• Add sliced bananas and whipped cream for a “banana bread” twist

🌀 Variations to Try

• Apple Crumb Donuts: Fold in ½ cup finely chopped apple to the batter
• Chocolate Chip Donuts: Add ¼ cup mini chocolate chips
• Pumpkin Spice: Use ¼ cup pumpkin purée + ½ tsp pumpkin spice, reduce buttermilk slightly
• Maple Glaze: Swap vanilla extract for maple in the glaze for fall vibes

🥡 Storage Tips

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for 2 days
Refrigerator: Up to 5 days, but bring to room temp before serving
Freezer: Freeze without glaze for up to 2 months. Glaze after thawing

🧬 Estimated Nutrition (Per Donut)

Calories: ~280
Fat: 12g
Carbs: 38g
Sugar: 20g
Protein: 4g
Sodium: 180mg
Estimates based on 6 donuts and typical ingredients

🌐 External Resources

• How to Bake Perfect Donuts – Sally’s Baking Addiction
• Buttermilk Substitutes – The Kitchn
• The Secret to Crumb Topping – King Arthur Baking
• Tips for Vanilla Glaze – Taste of Home

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Crumb Baked Donuts

Can I make these without a donut pan?
Yes! Use a muffin tin and fill halfway. They’ll be more like donut muffins but still delicious.

What’s the best way to apply the glaze?
Use a spoon for drizzle, or dip the tops of cooled donuts for a smooth finish.

Can I double the recipe?
Absolutely—just use two pans or bake in batches.

Are these donuts healthy?
They’re baked, not fried, but still a treat. To make them lighter, reduce sugar or use Greek yogurt in place of some butter.

Can I skip the glaze?
Yes! You can dust with powdered sugar or leave plain for a coffee cake vibe.

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