Mānuka Honey Glazed Doughnuts

Mānuka Honey Glazed Doughnuts

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tablespoon baking powder

• 1/2 teaspoon salt

• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1/2 cup whole milk

• 2 large eggs

• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1/2 cup Mānuka honey

For the Glaze:

• 1/2 cup Mānuka honey

• 1/4 cup powdered sugar

• 1 tablespoon milk

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven:

   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan or line a baking sheet with parchment paper for baked donuts.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

   • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and ground cinnamon.

3. Combine the Wet Ingredients:

   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and Manuka honey until well combined.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:

   • Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.

5. Fill the Donut Pan:

   • Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

6. Bake:

   • Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the doughnuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the centre comes out clean.

   • Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

7. Prepare the Glaze:

   • In a small bowl, whisk together the Manuka honey, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.

8. Glaze the Doughnuts:

   • Dip each cooled donut into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off, and place them back on the wire rack to set.

Tips:

• Storage: Store glazed doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.

• Frying Option: For a classic fried donut, heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the doughnuts until golden brown on both sides, then drain on paper towels before glazing.

These Manuka honey glazed donuts are a sweet and satisfying treat, perfect for breakfast or dessert!