Description
Experience the magic of classic tiramisu in a delightful donut form! These super moist baked vanilla donuts are soaked with rich espresso and crowned with a luscious mascarpone cream topping. Finished with a dusting of cocoa powder, they’re the perfect elegant treat for any occasion. Trust me, you’re going to love this tiramisu twist! #TiramisuDonuts #BakedDonuts #MascarponeMagic #CoffeeLovers
Ingredients
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Baked Vanilla Donuts
- 120 mL (1/2 cup) canola oil
- 300 grams (1 1/2 cups) granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste
- 227 grams (1 cup) sour cream
- 300 grams (2 1/2 cups) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
- 10 grams (1 tablespoon) baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 180–240 mL (3/4–1 cup) espresso or strong coffee, room temperature
Mascarpone Topping
- 8 ounces mascarpone cheese, cold
- 150 grams (1 1/4 cups) powdered sugar, spooned and leveled
- 300 mL (1 1/4 cups) cold heavy whipping cream
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste
- Tiny pinch of fine sea salt
- Dutch-process cocoa powder, for dusting
Instructions
Baked Vanilla Donuts
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease donut pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oil, sugar, eggs, vanilla bean paste, and sour cream until smooth.
- Sift in flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir until just combined.
- Spoon or pipe batter into donut pans, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Brush cooled donuts generously with room temperature espresso or coffee.
Mascarpone Topping
- In a separate bowl, beat mascarpone, powdered sugar, heavy cream, vanilla, and salt until thick and smooth.
- Spoon or pipe mascarpone topping onto donuts.
- Dust with cocoa powder just before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh espresso or strong brewed coffee for the best flavor soak.
- Filling the donut pans about 3/4 full ensures perfect donut shape and texture.
- Don’t overmix the batter to keep donuts light and tender.
- Chill mascarpone before whipping to get a thick, fluffy topping.
- These donuts are best served the same day but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 55mg