Indulge your sweet tooth with these irresistibly rich and fluffy Chocolate Cake Donuts, a perfect homemade treat that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Made with simple pantry staples like cocoa powder, all-purpose flour, and granulated sugar, these baked donuts are packed with chocolatey goodness and feature gooey melted chocolate chips in every bite. This easy, no-fry recipe requires minimal cleanup thanks to a donut pan, and the batter comes together effortlessly with basic mixing techniques. Whether served as a breakfast delight, afternoon snack, or decadent dessert, these chocolate donuts are sure to impress. Plus, with their soft texture and perfect balance of sweetness, they'll become an instant favorite!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a donut pan to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fold in the chocolate chips gently, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag with the corner snipped off, then pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan. Fill each cavity about 3/4 full.
Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, or until they spring back when lightly pressed with a fingertip.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then gently transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
Calories |
2969 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 116.6 g | 149% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.7 g | 334% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 523 mg | 174% | |
| Sodium | 2308 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 494.1 g | 180% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.0 g | 200% | |
| Total Sugars | 223.6 g | ||
| Protein | 71.8 g | 144% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 506 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 35.7 mg | 198% | |
| Potassium | 2911 mg | 62% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.