Halloween Baked Donuts Recipe for Any Party!

Donuts aren't just for the morning. Don't believe it? This Halloween Baked Donuts Recipe will show you right away! These baked donuts will become your new favorite recipe, especially if you're getting ready for a Halloween party or just want to treat your family to something fun. They are soft and fluffy, baked instead of fried, so they are healthier but still taste great. Also, it's almost Halloween, so why not make them a little scary? You can use these donuts as a blank slate to make creative and scary decorations.

Why Baked Donuts?

Let’s be honest. We all love donuts, but frying them can be so oily. That’s where baked donuts come in to save the day. They’re easy to make, way less messy, and—dare I say it—a little healthier than their fried cousins. You still get that delicious, fluffy donut texture without the oil splatters and deep-frying cleanup. Also, baking means you can make up a batch in no time and spend more time having fun with the decorating. And during Halloween, that’s what it’s all about, right?

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

2 Eggs
2 Tablespoons melted butter
1/2 Tablespoon vanilla extract
3/4 Cup milk
½ Teaspoon white vinegar
2 Cups flour
3/4 Cup sugar
1 Teaspoon baking powder
1 Teaspoon salt

For the Glaze:

1 Cup powdered sugar
2 Tablespoons lemon juice

Ingredients to use for making Halloween Baked Donuts.

How to Bake Halloween Donuts?

Step 1: Preheat Your Oven

Before we get started, make sure your oven is nice and hot! Preheat it to 392°F (200°C) so your donuts bake perfectly.

Step 2: Prepare the Wet Ingredients

In a large mixing bowl, combine the milk and white vinegar. Let it sit for a minute so the vinegar can slightly curdle the milk—this helps give your donuts that classic fluff. Then, add the eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Whisk everything together until it’s smooth and well combined.

Step 3: Sift the Dry Ingredients

In a separate bowl, sift together your flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Sifting helps make the batter light and airy, giving your donuts that soft, melt-in-your-mouth texture.

Step 4: Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients

Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Use a spatula or whisk to combine everything, but be careful not to over-mix. You want the batter to come together just enough to incorporate the flour.

Combining dry ingredients to use for making Halloween Baked Donuts.

Step 5: Fill the Donut Molds

Now, pour your batter into a piping bag (or a large plastic bag with the tip snipped off) and carefully fill your donut molds about 2/3 full. This will give your donuts enough room to rise beautifully without spilling over the edges.

Step 6: Bake to Perfection

Place your donut molds into the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes. Keep an eye on them! You’ll know they’re done when the tops of the donuts spring back when gently touched or when a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for 4-5 minutes before carefully transferring to a wire rack.

Time to Glaze and Decorate!

Halloween Baked Donuts served in the party.

Step 7: Prepare the Glaze

In a small bowl, combine powdered sugar and lemon juice. Stir until smooth and silky, with no lumps. This glaze will give your donuts a shiny finish and a subtle citrus flavor that balances the sweetness.

Step 8: Add the Halloween Twist

Here’s where you get to channel your inner artist. Feel free to get as creative (or spooky) as you want.

Ghostly Donuts: Dip your donuts in white glaze and use chocolate chips or candy eyes to create ghost faces.
Pumpkin Patch Donuts: Tint your glaze with orange food coloring and use green icing for the stem.
Spiderwebs: Use black icing to pipe delicate spiderwebs on top of a white-glazed donut.
Monster Madness: Add green food coloring to the glaze and use colorful candy eyes to make your donuts look like fun monsters!

Why These Donuts Are Perfect for Halloween Parties

These baked donuts will make things much more fun for any Halloween party. There are no hard or fast rules for making them, and kids (and adults!) love decorating them. You could set up a station with different colored candies, sprinkles, and glazes so everyone can make their own creepy masterpiece.

Not only that, but these baked donuts are better for you than deep-fried treats. You can treat yourself without feeling bad about it!

Also, let's be honest, Halloween isn't just about the candy. The show-stopping donuts will give people something more substantial to nibble on between the sweet candy bars.

How to Store Your Halloween Donuts

If you have any leftovers (unlikely, I know), you can store your donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. The glaze will keep them fresh, but if you prefer a softer donut, you can reheat them in the microwave for 10-15 seconds before enjoying them again.

A pile of Halloween Baked Donuts with two glasses of milk.

Zulay's Final Thoughts

An exciting and fun way to celebrate the season is to bake Halloween donuts. This Halloween Baked Donuts Recipe is perfect for having a party, looking for a fun activity for the whole family, or just wanting to treat yourself to some tasty Halloween treats. You can change the decorations however you want, making each batch as scary or cute as you like.

What are you waiting for? Grab your ingredients, preheat the oven, and prepare for a ghoulishly good time!

Let Us Know What You Think!

We love hearing from you! Have you tried making these Halloween Baked Donuts? What decorations did you use? Leave a comment below and share your spooky donut creations with us!

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