Imagine sinking your teeth into a decadent, moist chocolate donut that's so rich and luxurious, it feels like a forbidden dessert for breakfast. These Double Chocolate Cake Donuts aren't just a recipe—they're a chocolate lover's ultimate dream come true! Packed with intense chocolate flavor and studded with melty chocolate chips, these donuts will transform your ordinary morning into an extraordinary culinary experience that'll have everyone begging for your secret recipe.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Thoroughly grease a 12-cavity donut pan with non-stick cooking spray, ensuring each cavity is evenly coated.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk the dry ingredients until completely combined and no lumps remain.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredient mixture. Gently fold and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be smooth with no visible flour streaks.
- Fold in 3/4 cup of chocolate chips into the batter, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off. Carefully pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips evenly over the top of each unbaked donut.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean with just a few moist crumbs.
- Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, you can dust the donuts with powdered sugar or drizzle with melted chocolate for extra indulgence.
- Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use fresh ingredients, especially your baking powder and baking soda, to ensure maximum rise and fluffiness.
- Don't overmix the batter - mix just until ingredients are combined to keep donuts tender.
- Invest in a quality non-stick donut pan for perfect donut shapes and easy release.
- For extra decadence, use high-quality cocoa powder like Dutch-processed for deeper chocolate flavor.
- Let donuts cool completely before adding any additional toppings to prevent melting and maintain presentation.
- If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a quick substitute by adding 1/2 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice to regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
- Store donuts in an airtight container to maintain moisture and freshness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 320kcal
Carbohydrates: 42g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 45mg
