17 Delicious Donut Recipes You’ll Want to Make Right Now

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Donuts are the ultimate treat—sweet, fluffy, and impossible to resist. Whether you’re a fan of classic glazed, crave creative twists like maple bacon, or love seasonal favorites like baked apple cider donuts, there’s a recipe here to satisfy every donut dream. From baked beauties to perfectly frosted creations, this collection is packed with flavor and fun. Need a quick breakfast upgrade or a little pick-me-up for your afternoon coffee? These donuts are guaranteed to bring a smile to your face and a little sweetness to your day. Time to grab your whisk—baking joy awaits!

Keto Donuts

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These delicious baked keto donuts are perfectly fluffy, delightfully cakey, and incredibly easy to make! With just six simple ingredients, you can customize them any way you like for a treat that’s as fun to create as it is to eat.
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Strawberry Donuts (Cake Mix Donuts)

three-quarters view of strawberry donuts on a wire cooling rack.Photo credit: The Cookie Rookie

Start your morning right with Strawberries and Cream Cake Mix Donuts! These baked, not fried, treats come together in minutes and are a sweet, easy breakfast the whole family will love.
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Apple Fritters

Close-up of several golden-brown, glazed apple fritters stacked on a plate. With their crispy, irregular texture and visible pieces of apple, these delightful treats are a must-try in dessert recipes, lightly drizzled with white glaze for the perfect finish.Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

Indulge in fluffy, crispy Apple Fritters bursting with fresh apples, aromatic spices, and a mouthwatering apple glaze! With simple ingredients and easy steps, you can whip up this perfect homemade treat that will delight your taste buds and warm your heart. Don’t miss out on this deliciousness!

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Baked Vanilla Donuts

A close up image of Two Vanilla frosted donuts with colored sprinkles on a plate.Image Credit: Erren’s Kitchen

Whip up soft, fluffy cake donuts with this easy-to-follow recipe! These irresistible Baked Vanilla Donuts are topped with a sweet glaze and finished with a colorful sprinkle of fun. Perfect for any occasion!

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Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

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If you’re a fan of donuts, you’ll absolutely adore these baked Cinnamon Sugar Donuts! They are soft, fluffy, and taste incredibly delicious!

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Chocolate Frosted Donuts

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These chocolate-frosted donuts are a delightful treat! Enjoy a delicious, golden-baked donut dipped in a rich chocolate glaze.

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Old Fashioned Glazed Donuts

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These Old Fashioned Glazed Donuts are delightful—a flavorful cake donut baked to golden perfection and dipped in a sweet glaze.

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Glazed Chocolate Donuts

Easy Baked Glazed Chocolate Doughnuts - Erren's Kitchen -This recipe makes a much healthier treat. They may be baked instead of fried, but taste just as delicious and they're soft, chocolatey and generously covered in a sweet glaze.Image Credit: Erren’s Kitchen

This recipe for Easy Baked Glazed Chocolate Donuts offers a healthier option. These cake donuts are baked, not fried, and generously coated with a sweet glaze.

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Caramel Donuts

A close up image of a donut glazed with caramelImage Credit: Namely Marly

Calling all caramel lovers! This recipe creates donuts that are soft as clouds, dipped in a rich, gooey caramel sauce, and finished with a touch of nutty crunch from chopped peanuts. It’s a breakfast indulgence that will leave you wanting more.

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Old Fashioned Donuts with Blood Orange Glaze

Presenting a delicious Old Fashioned Donuts with Blood Orange GlazePhoto credit: Heather Mubarak creator of Browned Butter Blondie

Whip up irresistibly delicious homemade donuts in no time with this quick and easy no-yeast recipe! These old-fashioned donuts, topped with a vibrant blood orange glaze, are the ultimate weekend indulgence you won’t want to miss!
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Baked Apple Cider Donuts

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I’ve been whipping up these mouthwatering baked apple cider donuts for years, and they never disappoint! The secret? Reducing the apple cider to pack in that bold, irresistible flavor. Trust me, they’re a game-changer!
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Easy Chai Spice Donuts

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Warm, baked chai spice donuts that are as easy to make as they are delicious! Perfect for cozy Fall mornings, and ready to enjoy in under 30 minutes!
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Pink Party Donuts

heart shaped donuts topped with pink glaze and sprinklesPhoto credit: Sally’s Baking Recipes

A fun and easy recipe for baked pink party donuts, topped with creamy pink vanilla frosting and loaded with colorful rainbow sprinkles. These donuts aren’t just a treat—they’re a celebration in every bite!
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Chocolate Frosted Donuts

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These irresistible chocolate frosted donuts are baked to perfection, not fried – and the best part? They’re incredibly easy to whip up!
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Maple Bacon Doughnuts

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Irresistible Maple Bacon Doughnuts made easy! Using store-bought biscuit dough, these doughnuts are fried to golden perfection, then topped with a luscious maple glaze and crispy bacon bits. Sweet, savory, and absolutely delicious!
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Baked Blueberry Sour Cream Donuts

Baked Blueberry Sour Cream DonutsPhoto credit: Baking a Moment

Surprise your loved ones with a breakfast they won’t forget! Soft, tender sour cream donuts packed with juicy summer blueberries and topped with a stunning blueberry glaze. Want to take it up a notch? Add a touch of fresh basil from your garden for a unique, flavorful twist!
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Baked Almond Blueberry Glazed Donuts

A close-up of a glazed donut with a deep purple berry topping. A small bite has been taken from the donut, revealing its light, fluffy interior. The glaze appears glossy under the light.Photo credit: Ambitious Kitchen

Indulge in these homemade blueberry glazed donuts—soft, fluffy, and bursting with flavor! Baked with a wholesome mix of almond and whole grain flour, then dipped in a luscious blueberry glaze, they’re the perfect guilt-free treat to satisfy your cravings.
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Glazed Chocolate Doughnuts on a cooling rack.Image Credit: Erren Hart/Erren’s Kitchen

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