By Becky Hardin
Updated Sep 29, 2025
I have to admit, these baked chocolate donuts are nothing short of heavenly! In this recipe, I’ve prepared light and fluffy chocolate donuts that are glazed with chocolate icing, for the most delicious sweet snack.
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Easy Baked Chocolate Donuts Recipe
Let me tell you, there is never a bad time for a donut, and these, my friends, are so good! Baked in the oven, instead of fried, these donuts are easy to make. I love how they turn out wonderfully light and fluffy. Finished with a rich chocolate glaze, these double chocolate donuts are absolutely perfect to satisfy my chocolate craving. Believe me, it doesn’t get any chocolatier than this.
I kept these chocolate donuts pretty simple in the decoration, but feel free to have a go at it. You could drizzle some white chocolate on top of the glaze, or add lots of green and red sprinkles for a really festive treat!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 1 cup all-purpose flour 120g
- ▢ ½ tsp baking powder 2g
- ▢ ½ tsp baking soda 3g
- ▢ ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 28g
- ▢ ⅛ tsp kosher salt
- ▢ ½ cup granulated sugar 100g
- ▢ 1 large egg 50g
- ▢ ½ cup plain yogurt 114g
- ▢ ¼ cup canola oil 50g
- ▢ 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 4g
For the Chocolate Glaze
- ▢ ½ cup chocolate chips 85g
- ▢ 2 tbsp unsalted butter 28g (¼ stick)
- ▢ 1 tbsp milk 14g
- ▢ ½ tsp pure vanilla extract 2g
- ▢ 2 tbsp chocolate sprinkles 24g, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a donut tin generously with nonstick baking spray.
- Sift the flour into a large bowl. 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Add the baking powder, baking soda, cocoa, salt, and sugar to the flour and whisk. ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅛ tsp kosher salt, ½ cup granulated sugar
- In a medium bowl, mix the egg, yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract together. 1 large egg, ½ cup plain yogurt, ¼ cup canola oil, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until the batter is just smooth. Don’t over mix. If you overwork it, the gluten will develop, and you will have chewy donuts.
- Transfer the batter into the donut tin using a spoon or piping bag. Fill each well only to a little more than ¾ full, as the donuts rise as they bake, and will overflow if you fill them all the way to the top.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes. Test if the donuts have been baked properly by inserting a toothpick. It should come out clean. Allow the donuts to cool for 5 minutes. Then flip the pans upside down over a wire rack. Repeat as needed until all donuts have been baked.
- Using a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips, butter, milk, and vanilla extract for 30 seconds, or until melted (depends on microwave setting). Stir until smooth. ½ cup chocolate chips, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp milk, ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- Generously frost the donuts with the chocolate glaze and top with sprinkles. 2 tbsp chocolate sprinkles
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Donut Tin
- Piping Tip Set (optional)
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Baked Chocolate Donuts Step by Step
Gather ingredients and prepare oven : Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a donut tin generously with nonstick baking spray.
Sift the flour: Sift 1 cup all-purpose flour into a large bowl.
Combine the dry ingredients: Add ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, ⅛ tsp kosher salt, and ½ cup granulated sugar to the flour and whisk to combine.
Combine the wet ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine 1 large egg, ½ cup plain yogurt, ¼ cup canola oil, and 1 tsp pure vanilla extract. Mix well.
Combine the wet and dry: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until the batter is just smooth, being careful not to over mix. You don’t want the gluten to develop, or you will have chewy donuts.
Fill the donut tin : Fill a piping bag with the batter and fill each donut well about ¾ full. The donuts rise as they bake and will overflow if you fill them all the way to the top.
Bake : Bake for 8-10 minutes. Test if the donuts are done by inserting a toothpick. It should come out clean. Allow the donuts to cool for 5 minutes and then flip the pan upside down over a wire rack. Repeat as needed until all donuts have been baked.
Make the glaze: Using a microwave-safe bowl, heat ½ cup chocolate chips, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp milk, and ½ tsp pure vanilla extract, until melted. Stir until the mixture is smooth.
Frost the donuts: Generously frost the donuts with the chocolate glaze and top with sprinkles.
How to Store
Once the donuts have set, keep them in an airtight container, with the layers separated by parchment.
Chocolate donuts will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. You can keep them at room temperature, but the chocolate will soften.
If you want to freeze these baked chocolate donuts, it’s best to do so without the glaze. Wrap them in plastic wrap and place in a freezer bag or container for up to 3 months.
Serving Suggestions
I find these donuts are the perfect afternoon treat, along with a steaming cup of bulletproof coffee , or for those hot summer days, an iced coffee usually fits the bill. For the kids, I like to make a batch of homemade lemonade .
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Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Donut Tin
- Piping Tip Set (optional)
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour 120g
- ½ tsp baking powder 2g
- ½ tsp baking soda 3g
- ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder 28g
- ⅛ tsp kosher salt
- ½ cup granulated sugar 100g
- 1 large egg 50g
- ½ cup plain yogurt 114g
- ¼ cup canola oil 50g
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract 4g
For the Chocolate Glaze
- ½ cup chocolate chips 85g
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter 28g (¼ stick)
- 1 tbsp milk 14g
- ½ tsp pure vanilla extract 2g
- 2 tbsp chocolate sprinkles 24g, for topping
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a donut tin generously with nonstick baking spray.
- Sift the flour into a large bowl. 1 cup all-purpose flour
- Add the baking powder, baking soda, cocoa, salt, and sugar to the flour and whisk. ½ tsp baking powder, ½ tsp baking soda, ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, ⅛ tsp kosher salt, ½ cup granulated sugar
- In a medium bowl, mix the egg, yogurt, oil, and vanilla extract together. 1 large egg, ½ cup plain yogurt, ¼ cup canola oil, 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix until the batter is just smooth. Don’t over mix. If you overwork it, the gluten will develop, and you will have chewy donuts.
- Transfer the batter into the donut tin using a spoon or piping bag. Fill each well only to a little more than ¾ full, as the donuts rise as they bake, and will overflow if you fill them all the way to the top.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes. Test if the donuts have been baked properly by inserting a toothpick. It should come out clean. Allow the donuts to cool for 5 minutes. Then flip the pans upside down over a wire rack. Repeat as needed until all donuts have been baked.
- Using a microwave-safe bowl, heat the chocolate chips, butter, milk, and vanilla extract for 30 seconds, or until melted (depends on microwave setting). Stir until smooth. ½ cup chocolate chips, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp milk, ½ tsp pure vanilla extract
- Generously frost the donuts with the chocolate glaze and top with sprinkles. 2 tbsp chocolate sprinkles
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
