Cookies and Cream Donuts Recipe
Introduction
These Cookies and Cream Donuts combine rich cocoa flavor with a smooth chocolate frosting and crunchy Oreo topping for a delightful treat. Baked, not fried, they offer a lighter take on a classic favorite that’s perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 6 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup crumbled Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a donut pan.
- Step 2: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and espresso powder until evenly combined.
- Step 3: In a separate small bowl, beat the vanilla extract, egg, sour cream, milk, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined; do not overmix.
- Step 5: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Step 6: Bake for 8 minutes or until the donut tops spring back when lightly pressed. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan before removing.
- Step 7: To prepare the frosting, combine the white sugar, butter, and milk in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until it comes to a boil, then continue boiling for exactly 60 seconds before removing from heat.
- Step 8: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips until the mixture is smooth. Use the frosting immediately as it will set quickly.
- Step 9: Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the warm frosting, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- Step 10: While the frosting is still wet, sprinkle the tops generously with the crumbled Oreo cookies. Let the donuts set for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Tips & Variations
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the espresso powder to 1 teaspoon or substitute with instant coffee granules.
- Use gluten-free flour to make these donuts suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Try adding a pinch of cinnamon or cayenne pepper to the batter for a subtle spicy twist.
- If you don’t have a donut pan, bake the batter in a muffin tin and adjust the baking time accordingly.
Storage
Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, but bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture. Avoid freezing as the frosting may harden unevenly upon thawing.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these donuts without espresso powder?
Yes, you can omit the espresso powder if you prefer. It enhances the chocolate flavor but is not essential to the recipe.
Can I use a glaze instead of the chocolate frosting?
Absolutely! A simple powdered sugar glaze or vanilla glaze pairs well with these donuts and offers a lighter finish if you prefer less chocolate.
PrintCookies and Cream Donuts Recipe
These Cookies and Cream Donuts are a delightful treat featuring rich cocoa-flavored baked donuts topped with a glossy chocolate glaze and crunchy crumbled Oreo cookies. Perfect for a sweet breakfast or an indulgent snack, they combine moist, tender donuts with an irresistible cookies and cream twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: 8 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Donuts
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon espresso powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large egg
- 6 tablespoons sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
Frosting
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1/3 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Topping
- 1/2 cup crumbled Oreo cookies
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for baking the donuts.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and espresso powder, ensuring they are well mixed.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, beat together the vanilla extract, egg, sour cream, milk, and vegetable oil until smooth.
- Combine Batter: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients just until combined, being careful not to overmix. Spoon the batter into a greased donut pan evenly.
- Bake Donuts: Bake the donuts for approximately 8 minutes, or until the tops spring back when lightly touched. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan before frosting.
- Prepare Frosting Base: In a small saucepan over medium heat, add sugar, butter, and milk. Bring the mixture to a boil and maintain boiling for exactly 60 seconds, then remove from heat.
- Add Chocolate Chips: Stir in the semi-sweet chocolate chips continuously until fully melted and the frosting is smooth. Use immediately as it will harden quickly.
- Apply Frosting: Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the warm frosting, then transfer them onto a cooling rack to set.
- Add Cookie Crumbles: Immediately sprinkle the frosted donuts with crumbled Oreo cookies to create the signature cookies and cream topping.
- Let Set: Allow the frosted donuts to sit for about 10 minutes so the glaze can firm up before serving.
Notes
- Make sure not to overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- The frosting is best used immediately after making as it sets quickly once cooled.
- Allow the donuts to cool completely before frosting to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, you can increase the espresso powder slightly.
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Keywords: Cookies and Cream Donuts, baked donuts, chocolate donuts, Oreo topped donuts, breakfast donuts, homemade donuts
