20-Minute Baked Chocolate Doughnuts
These tender baked chocolate doughnuts offer all the satisfaction of fried versions with less oil and mess. Made with Bisquick mix for convenience, they feature rich cocoa flavor enhanced by a creamy peanut butter glaze and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for weekend breakfast treats or afternoon snacks, these mini doughnuts bake in just 6-8 minutes. The combination of chocolate and peanut butter creates an irresistible flavor pairing that appeals to both kids and adults.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Original Bisquick mixall-purpose flour + baking powder1.5 cups flour + 1.5 tsp baking powderglutenadds gluten
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- 3 tablespoons unsweetened baking cocoa
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- ⅝ cup milk
- 1 eggall-purpose flour + baking powder1.5 cups flour + 1.5 tsp baking powderglutenadds gluten
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- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla
- 2 tablespoons miniature semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 425°F and spray mini doughnut pan with cooking spray
- 2
Mix all doughnut ingredients with spoon until blended
- 3
Spoon batter into pan using about 1 tablespoon for each doughnut
- 4
Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until toothpick inserted near center comes out clean
- 5
Remove doughnuts from pan to cooling rack and cool 5 minutes
- 6
Mix powdered sugar, peanut butter, 1 tablespoon milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla with whisk until smooth
- 7
Spread glaze over tops of doughnuts and sprinkle with chocolate chips
- 8
Serve warm
Tips
Use a piping bag or zip-top bag with corner cut off to easily fill doughnut molds evenly
Don't overfill the molds - about 1 tablespoon of batter per doughnut prevents overflow
Let doughnuts cool slightly before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off completely
Good to Know
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days
Doughnuts can be made 1 day ahead; glaze before serving for best appearance
Best served warm; can reheat briefly in microwave if needed
Common Mistakes
Don't overbake as doughnuts will become dry and crumbly
Avoid overmixing batter to prevent tough texture
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
Gluten-Free Swaps
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Nut-Free Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make these without a doughnut pan?
Yes, you can bake in mini muffin tins for about 10-12 minutes, though they won't have the classic doughnut shape with holes.
What if I don't have Bisquick mix?
Substitute with 1.5 cups all-purpose flour mixed with 1.5 teaspoons baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon salt for similar results.
How long do these keep fresh?
Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze unglaized doughnuts for up to 1 month.