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Brown Butter Maple Pecan Donuts

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Indulge in rich and flavorful Brown Butter Maple Pecan Donuts, featuring nutty brown butter and sweet maple flavors for a delightful treat.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 large eggs
  • â…“ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup brown butter (cooled)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup chopped pecans (lightly toasted)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
  2. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and smells nutty. Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, buttermilk, cooled brown butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped pecans.
  6. Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
  7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched. Let them cool before glazing.

Notes

These donuts can be served with coffee or tea, whipped cream, fresh fruit, or maple syrup for added sweetness.

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