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Halloween doughnuts

Irresistible Halloween Doughnuts with Spooky Chocolate Swirls

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These Halloween doughnuts are a fun and festive treat, perfect for any spooky celebration with their rich chocolate flavor and whimsical design.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 33 minutes
Servings: 12 doughnuts
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 150 g Unsalted Butter Substitute with margarine for a vegetarian option.
  • 150 g Caster Sugar Granulated sugar can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 Egg For an egg-free version, swap for 1 tbsp flaxseed meal mixed with 2.5 tbsp water.
  • 150 g Plain Flour Use gluten-free flour for a gluten-free variant.
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for best results.
  • 25 g Cocoa Powder Use unsweetened cocoa for best taste.
  • 100 ml Whole Milk Almond milk can be used for a dairy-free option.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Pure vanilla extract is preferable.
For the Glaze
  • 200 g Dark Chocolate Semi-sweet chocolate is also an option.
  • 200 g White Chocolate Consider candy melts as a fun alternative.

Equipment

  • 12-16 silicone doughnut mould
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Microwave or double boiler

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or gas mark 4. Grease a 12-16 silicone doughnut mould with unsalted butter.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat together 150g of softened unsalted butter and 150g of caster sugar until light and pale (3-5 minutes). Blend in one egg, then add 150g of plain flour, 1 tsp of baking powder, 25g of cocoa powder, a pinch of salt, 100ml of whole milk, and 1 tsp of vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.
  3. Fill each doughnut mould two-thirds full with the batter. Bake for 10-13 minutes until edges pull away.
  4. Let the doughnuts cool in the mould for 5 minutes, then turn them out onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Melt 200g of dark chocolate in a microwave or double boiler. Dip the tops of each doughnut into the chocolate and place them chocolate-side up on a tray.
  6. Melt 200g of white chocolate. Drizzle three concentric circles over each doughnut, then use a toothpick to create a spider web design.
  7. Allow the decorated doughnuts to set completely at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1doughnutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These doughnuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerated for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze wrapped in plastic for up to 2 months.

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