30-Minute Cinnamon Pecan Crumb Buttermilk Donuts
Baked buttermilk donuts with a buttery cinnamon-pecan crumb topping. Brown sugar sweetens both the cake and topping, while nutmeg adds warmth to the tender crumb. Crispy streusel stays adhered during baking and keeps for several days in an airtight container.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup dark brown sugar
- 6 tablespoon butter
- ⅓ cup pecans, chopped
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 pinch salt
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoon butter
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 eggflax egg (1 tablespoon ground flax + 3 tablespoon water)1:1vegan
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Instructions
- 1
Combine flour, brown sugar, butter, pecans, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a mixing bowl until uniform. Refrigerate while preparing donuts.
- 2
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray two 6-cavity donut pans thoroughly with baking spray.
- 3
Whisk together flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl to aerate.
- 4
Using a stand mixer with paddle attachment, beat brown sugar and butter until fluffy.
- 5
Add buttermilk and egg to the mixer bowl.
- 6
Slowly add dry ingredients until a soft, sticky batter forms.
- 7
Transfer batter to a piping bag and pipe a single thick layer into each mold, yielding 12 donuts.
- 8
Remove chilled topping mixture and crumble. Sprinkle generously over each donut and press firmly to adhere.
- 9
Bake until golden brown and fluffy, approximately 15 minutes.
- 10
Cool briefly in the pan, then transfer to a cooling rack until completely cooled.
Tips
Press crumb topping firmly into batter before baking to ensure it adheres during cooking.
Good to Know
Seal in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Prepare crumb topping up to 1 day ahead; store refrigerated. Donuts are best served fresh but store well.
Serve warm or at room temperature with coffee or milk.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip pressing crumbs firmly into batter to avoid topping falling off during baking.
Do not overbake to avoid dry donuts; stop when tops are golden brown.
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
Vegan Options
may slightly reduce moisture
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