Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Black gel food coloring (to enhance the Gotham gloom)
- Chocolate glaze (for coating)
- Optional: Edible silver glitter or black sprinkles for decoration
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease your donut pans thoroughly or use silicone molds for easy release.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla, and a few drops of black gel food coloring to achieve a dark, Gotham-like hue.
- Mix everything: Gradually add wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring until smooth and well incorporated.
- Pour batter: Using a piping bag or spoon, fill donut molds about ¾ full.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Finish with glaze: Prepare a rich chocolate glaze (see external recipe links for ideas) and dip each donut, then add edible decorations for that dark Gotham vibe.
Notes
- Ensure your donut pans are well-greased to prevent sticking.
- Add additional black gel food coloring for an even darker appearance.
- Decorate with edible silver glitter or black sprinkles to enhance the Gotham aesthetic.
- For a richer flavor, experiment with dark chocolate or add a splash of vanilla extract.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 250 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg
