Mini-batch Baked Donut Holes

Sometimes, a donut craving hits hard. You know the feeling – that urge for a soft, pillowy donut hole with a crunchy cinnamon-sugar coating. But who wants to deal with a whole deep-frying situation or a massive batch of leftovers? Not me!

That’s where these Mini-Batch Baked Donut Holes come in. They’re quick, easy, and perfectly portioned for those moments when you just need a little something sweet.

Plus, they’re incredibly versatile. I wrote the recipe with apple butter, but you can make them with applesauce, mashed banana, pumpkin puree, or even sweet potato! The possibilities are endless.

The Secret to Mini-Batch Magic:

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity. A simple batter, a few pantry staples, and a mini muffin tin are all you need to create these delightful little bites. And because we’re keeping it mini-batch, you’ll end up with just six donut holes – perfect for satisfying your craving without the temptation of leftovers.

Flavor Flexibility:

I’ve made these with both apple butter and mashed banana, and both versions were fantastic. The banana ones were slightly less sweet, which I actually preferred.

But if you have a serious sweet tooth, and don’t want to get a whole jar of apple butter for this mini recipe, feel free use mashed banana or applesauce and add a bit of sugar or your favorite granulated sweetener to the batter.

These mini-batch baked donut holes are the perfect treat for any time of day. They’re great for breakfast, snacks, or even dessert. So go ahead, give them a try! You won’t be disappointed.

Let me know if you give the recipe a try!

PS, this recipe was inspired by these lovely baked apple cider donuts.