Description
Maple glazed sweet potato donuts are a delightful twist on a classic treat, combining the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the rich flavor of maple syrup.
Ingredients
- Sweet potatoes: 1 cup, mashed (about 1 medium sweet potato)
- All-purpose flour: 1 ½ cups
- Baking powder: 2 teaspoons
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Ground nutmeg: ½ teaspoon
- Brown sugar: ¾ cup, packed
- Eggs: 2 large
- Milk: ½ cup
- Maple syrup: ¼ cup
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Vegetable oil: for frying (about 4 cups)
For the maple glaze:
- Powdered sugar: 1 cup
- Maple syrup: 2 tablespoons
- Milk: 1-2 tablespoons (to reach desired consistency)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare the sweet potatoes by baking them until tender.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, brown sugar, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix the wet ingredients: eggs, mashed sweet potato, milk, and maple syrup.
- Combine the wet and dry ingredients gently until just mixed.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C) for frying or preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) for baking.
- Shape the donuts using a cutter or piping bag and fry or bake them until cooked through.
- Prepare the maple glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk.
- Dip the cooled donuts in the glaze and allow to set on a wire rack.
Notes
- Choose firm, smooth sweet potatoes for the best flavor.
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to ensure fluffy donuts.
- Consider using organic sweet potatoes for a healthier option.
- Experiment with different spices or glazes for unique flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Maple Glazed Sweet Potato Donuts, donuts, sweet potatoes, maple syrup, dessert