Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Peppermint Mocha Donuts, where rich chocolate meets bold coffee and refreshing peppermint. These baked treats are perfect for holiday gatherings, cozy breakfasts, or simply satisfying your sweet cravings any time of year. With a quick preparation time and customizable toppings, these donuts will impress family and friends alike. Each bite offers a festive burst of flavor, making them an irresistible addition to your dessert table.
Ingredients
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- ¾ cup plus 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 4 tsp instant espresso powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ¼ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup plus 2 tbsp milk
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter (melted)
- 1½ cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
- ¼ tsp peppermint extract
- 2 tbsp crushed peppermint candies
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In one bowl, combine flour, cocoa powder, instant espresso powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix granulated sugar, Greek yogurt, milk, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
- Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fill a donut pan halfway with batter and bake for about 10 minutes.
- Cool the donuts on a rack before glazing with a mixture of powdered sugar, milk, and peppermint extract.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg