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    Glazed Chocolate Donut Muffins

    Published: Mar 8, 2013 · Modified: Jul 4, 2019 by Anna 49 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Glazed Chocolate Donut Muffins - perfect treat when you want a donut and a muffin in the same time! The chocolate glaze is crazy good!

    Side close up shot of chocolate glazed donut muffin on cooling rack.

    GLAZED CHOCOLATE DONUT MUFFINS

    Donut muffins are one of my favorite muffins to bake! They are delicious, have high tops, perfect for decorating with glaze and sprinkles and you can make them in any flavor you like. We love the Glazed Vanilla Donuts and the Spiced Donut Muffins with a peanut butter glaze. So good! This chocolate version is so far our favorite. The chocolate glaze is finger-licking-good!

    Chocolate Glazed Donut Muffins on a rack.

    DO THEY TASTE LIKE BAKED DONUTS?

    These muffins taste just like baked donuts. I love the tops! High and cracked! The glaze is super simple to make and (just a warning) you will find yourself (or your kids) with fingers in the bowl, stealing some straight into your mouth!

    So next time you are craving donuts and don't want to make a yeast dough and fry it or don't have a donut pan, try these donut muffins! You will love them!

    MORE DONUT MUFFINS RECIPES:

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    GLAZED CHOCOLATE DONUT MUFFINS RECIPE:

    Chocolate Glazed Donut Muffins on a rack.

    Glazed Chocolate Donut Muffins

    Author: Anna
    The perfect treat when you want a donut and a muffin at the same time! The chocolate glaze is crazy good!
    5 from 11 votes
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    Prep Time 20 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 35 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 15 muffins
    Calories 298 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    !for donuts:

    • 1/2 c vegetable or canola oil
    • 1/2 c granulated sugar
    • 1/3 c packed light brown sugar
    • 2 large eggs
    • 2 c all-purpose flour
    • 2/3 c unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
    • 1/4 tsp baking soda
    • 3/4 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • 1 c milk

    !for the glaze:

    • 1/4 c unsalted butter
    • 1/4 c milk
    • 3 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
    • 1 Tbsp corn syrup
    • 2 c powdered sugar
    • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

    Instructions
     

    • Grease muffins tin (cavities and the top). Set aside.
    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
    • In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients (flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, soda and salt). Set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer, mix together oil and both sugars. Mix for 2 minutes on medium speed.
    • Add eggs, one at a time and mix well.
    • Add vanilla and mix again.
    • With mixer on low speed, mix in dry ingredients alternating with milk.
    • Pour into muffin pan, filling each cavity 3/4 full.
    • Bake 15 to 18 minutes or until toothpick inserted in the center of each muffin comes out clean.
    • Cool in pan for 3 minutes, then transfer onto a wire rack and cool completely before glazing.

    !For the glaze:

    • In a medium saucepan, cook butter, milk, cocoa and corn syrup until it starts to boil. Remove from heat. Sift powdered sugar over the cocoa mixture. Whisk in until smooth. Add vanilla and whisk again.
    • Dip each donut muffin top down into the glaze. Set on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to catch the drips. Let sit for few minutes and then add sprinkles.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 298kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 159mg | Potassium: 184mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 29g | Vitamin A: 160IU | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 1.6mg
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    1. Janet says

      January 18, 2023 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      My grandchildren love helping me make these. They’re very good! I thought I’d try substituting applesauce for the oil but it was a ‘No-Go’. They came out dry. Thanks for a keeper recipe. The glaze is the absolute best!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        January 24, 2023 at 9:57 pm

        I absolutely love that you make the donuts with your grandchildren, Janet! Thank you so much!

        Reply
    2. Sherry says

      March 27, 2022 at 5:59 pm

      5 stars
      These muffins are to die for!! So moist and delicious. Better than any store bought cake donut I’ve ever had. These have become one of my grandchildren’s favorite breakfast items (especially with sprinkles)!

      Reply
    3. Judy White says

      June 21, 2019 at 8:01 am

      Will these still be delicious if I make them the night before? Need something for my son to take to work at 5:30 am. If so, how should I store them? Will the glaze get funny overnight?

      Thanks
      Judy

      Reply
      • Anna says

        June 21, 2019 at 10:25 pm

        Hi Judy! The muffins should be just fine made a day ahead. Place them on a cake stand with a cover or in a container with lid and store on the counter or in the fridge. The glaze should be just fine although it might not be as shiny. I hope this helps!

        Reply
    4. Faye says

      May 09, 2013 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      This muffin recipe can save lives!

      Reply
    5. melissaclark907 says

      April 26, 2013 at 1:54 am

      5 stars
      These look delicious! Did you use a mini muffin pan or regular size pan?

      Reply
    6. Amanda @ Once Upon a Recipe says

      March 11, 2013 at 5:07 pm

      5 stars
      I shared a double chocolate baked donut recipe this week too - great minds think alike! 🙂 These look delicious and so easy!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 12, 2013 at 10:32 am

        Ooo, gotta check them out! Thanks, Amanda!

        Reply
    7. aimee @ shugarysweets says

      March 11, 2013 at 6:37 am

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness these are gorgeous! I love them. I want them. Today 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 12, 2013 at 10:32 am

        You got it, Aimee! 🙂 Thank you!

        Reply
    8. Meg says

      March 09, 2013 at 5:45 pm

      5 stars
      These look great! What temp do they bake?

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 12, 2013 at 10:31 am

        Hi Meg! It should be 425 degrees F. Thanks for catching that!

        Reply
    9. curryandcomfort says

      March 09, 2013 at 3:07 pm

      5 stars
      I can't find one thing wrong with these muffins... chocolate... chocolate.. and more chocolate. Talk about wishing I could pull one out of the screen. 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 09, 2013 at 3:45 pm

        Oh how I wish I could share these with you! 🙂 Thanks, my friend!

        Reply
    10. Anita at Hungry Couple says

      March 09, 2013 at 2:07 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious. I made my "donuts" in a muffin tin for the longest time before finally running into a doughnut pan at Home Goods last summer. It was meant to be. 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 09, 2013 at 3:45 pm

        Now I know I need to get that pan... 🙂 Thanks, Anita!

        Reply
    11. a farmer in the dell says

      March 09, 2013 at 12:37 am

      5 stars
      These sound absolutely to die for. I'm going to fall asleep tonight with images of these donuts flowing through my head!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 09, 2013 at 3:44 pm

        lol Now those would be sweet dreams 🙂 Thank you!

        Reply
    12. CrazyforCrust says

      March 08, 2013 at 9:38 pm

      5 stars
      Anna, that glaze. I want to drink it. That would be considered hot chocolate, right? And hot chocolate is perfectly acceptable for breakfast! 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 09, 2013 at 3:44 pm

        Oh totally! 🙂 Thanks, Dorothy!

        Reply
    13. Carrie says

      March 08, 2013 at 6:53 pm

      In line 2, it says "whisk together" but nothing follows. I assume that's the dry ingredients?

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 7:20 pm

        Hi Carrie! It seems like indeed that part didn't show. All updated now! Thank you!

        Reply
        • Carrie says

          March 08, 2013 at 9:09 pm

          That's what I thought it was, but thanks. These look great. I might try them this weekend!

          Reply
    14. marcie @ flavor the moments says

      March 08, 2013 at 5:38 pm

      Oh my goodness. I'm seeing so many donut inspired food items and must say, I haven't had donut cravings like the ones I'm experiencing in YEARS! These look so good, I want one right now (despite the fact I just ate 2 peanut butter blondies). I will be making these at some point in the near future!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 09, 2013 at 3:43 pm

        Oooh, PB blondies! Now I want these! Can we switch, pretty please? 🙂

        Reply
    15. Nancy says

      March 08, 2013 at 4:58 pm

      Oy, now I have an intense craving for chocolate donuts covered in glaze! Gorgeous photos, Anna. These muffins look amazing!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 09, 2013 at 3:43 pm

        Thanks so much, Nancy! I hope you will get a chance to make them! xoxo

        Reply
    16. Gerry @ foodness gracious says

      March 08, 2013 at 4:52 pm

      Smart thinking!! By mentioning muffins I feel like these are the ideal breakfast for me, right?

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 7:20 pm

        Oh totally! 😉 Thanks, Gerry!

        Reply
    17. Cassie | Bake Your Day says

      March 08, 2013 at 2:54 pm

      These are so fun, Anna! You can't get much better than chocolate glazed chocolate!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 4:40 pm

        Exactly! Thanks, Cassie 🙂

        Reply
    18. Jessica says

      March 08, 2013 at 12:59 pm

      Love the chocolate glaze! Perfect for kicking the winter blues! 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 4:39 pm

        Thanks, Jessica!

        Reply
    19. domesticfits says

      March 08, 2013 at 12:17 pm

      These look so perfect with a big cup of coffee! or, you know, a beer 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 4:39 pm

        I like your thinking, Jackie 😉 Thank you!

        Reply
    20. CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 08, 2013 at 9:58 am

      Thanks, Maria!

      Reply
    21. CrunchyCreamySw says

      March 08, 2013 at 9:58 am

      Thanks, Stephanie! Hope you are feeling better!

      Reply
    22. Kristen says

      March 08, 2013 at 9:10 am

      Your photos are always so gorgeous & I love what you did to this recipe. Now I want these for breakfast instead of my yogurt!

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 9:46 am

        Yay! Thank you so much, Kristen! It really means a lot! And yes, these are perfect for breakfast 🙂

        Reply
    23. wearenotmartha says

      March 08, 2013 at 8:05 am

      Doughnut muffins are SUCH a good idea! And these are just beautiful!

      Sues

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 9:45 am

        Thank you so much, Sues!

        Reply
    24. carrie burrill says

      March 08, 2013 at 7:59 am

      Love love love love these muffins. And can I also say how much I love your photo style these days? I have been stalking them a lot lately. I am trying to master that dark and moody look....

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 9:45 am

        Aww, you are so sweet, Carrie... I have to say, it's been a trail and error and I feel like I am finally finding what works for me. I love your baking sheet backgrounds!! One of my favorites!

        Reply
    25. Averie Cooks says

      March 08, 2013 at 6:50 am

      That comment about fingers in the glaze bowl - yea. That would be me 🙂

      Reply
      • CrunchyCreamySw says

        March 08, 2013 at 9:43 am

        Guilty here too 🙂 Thanks, Averie! And thank you for pinning!

        Reply

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