Description
Indulge in these festive, oven-baked Grinch-themed donuts, featuring a rich brown-butter apple cake base topped with a silky, vibrant green caramel glaze. Perfect for holiday gatherings, these whimsical treats capture the spirit of the season with a cake-like crumb and a playful red heart sprinkle. They are simple to prepare in one bowl, making them a heartwarming addition to your holiday traditions that delights both children and adults alike.
Ingredients
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 cup unsalted browned butter, cooled
1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup apple cider
1/2 cup grated granny smith apple
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon caramel sauce
Green gel food coloring
Red heart-shaped sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
In a separate bowl, whisk the browned butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well combined.
Add the eggs and vanilla to the butter mixture, whisking until smooth.
Fold in the shredded apples, then alternate adding the dry ingredients and apple cider, stirring until just combined.
Pipe the batter into the donut pan and bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
For the glaze, whisk the powdered sugar, heavy cream, caramel sauce, and green food coloring until smooth.
Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and place a single red heart sprinkle on top before the glaze sets.
Notes
Ensure your browned butter is cooled to room temperature before mixing to prevent scrambling the eggs. For best results, use a squeeze bottle or piping bag to fill the donut molds neatly. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 185mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 55mg