Description
These baked Chocolate Heart Donuts are soft, chocolatey, and perfect for sharing. Made with simple ingredients like cocoa powder, flour, and buttermilk, they come together quickly and bake in just 12–15 minutes. Heart-shaped and coated with a rich chocolate glaze, they are a delightful treat for any occasion, from brunch to cozy afternoon snacks. Sprinkle with sea salt or colorful toppings for extra charm. Quick, easy, and irresistible, these baked donuts bring warmth, love, and sweetness to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup (50g) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup (90g) chocolate chips (optional)
- Chocolate glaze: 1/2 cup (90g) semi-sweet chocolate chips, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, 1 tbsp milk or cream, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease heart-shaped donut pan.
- Whisk flour, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a medium bowl.
- Mix sugar, oil, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract in another bowl until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; fold in chocolate chips.
- Spoon batter into donut pan, filling 3/4 full.
- Bake 12–15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean; cool slightly.
- Melt glaze ingredients; dip or drizzle over donuts.
- Let set before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality cocoa powder for richer flavor. Let donuts cool slightly before glazing. Sprinkle sea salt or decorations for extra flair. Store in an airtight container for 2–3 days or freeze unglazed for up to a month.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg