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Four homemade pancake donuts with white glaze and colorful sprinkles on a white plate, with a few sprinkles scattered around.

Easy Pancakes Donuts

Fluffy pancake donuts baked to perfection—no deep frying needed! A fun, family-friendly breakfast with endless topping options.
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Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Resting Time: 2 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 12 pancake donuts
Calories: 160kcal
Cost: 5$

Equipment

  • 1 Donut pan (silicone/metal) (Greased well)
  • 1 Mixing bowl (For batter)
  • 1 Whisk or electric mixer (For smooth mixing)
  • 1 Piping bag or zip-top bag (For filling donut cavities)
  • 1 Wire cooling rack (Prevents sogginess)
  • 1 Measuring cups/spoons (For accurate portions)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Pancake mix - Any preferred brand
  • 1 Egg - Large
  • ¾ cup Milk - Whole or buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoon Vegetable oil - Or melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract - Optional but recommended
  • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon - Adds warmth

For the Maple Glaze:

  • 1 cup Powdered sugar - Sifted
  • 2 tablespoon Maple syrup - Pure
  • 1-2 tablespoon Milk or cream - Adjust for consistency
  • ½ teaspoon Vanilla extract - Enhances flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt - Balances sweetness

Toppings ( Optional )

  • ¼ cup Fresh berries - For freshness
  • ¼ cup Colorful sprinkles - Fun for kids
  • ¼ cup Mini chocolate chips - For chocolate lovers
  • 2 tablespoon Crushed bacon - Sweet & salty contrast
  • 2 tablespoon Toasted coconut - Adds crunch

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease donut pan.
  • In a bowl, mix pancake mix and cinnamon.
  • In another bowl, whisk egg, milk, oil, and vanilla.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  • Transfer batter to a piping bag and fill donut pan ⅔ full.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden; test with a toothpick.
  • Let cool in the pan for 2 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
  • For glaze, mix powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, vanilla, and salt.
  • Dip donuts into glaze, then add toppings if desired.
  • Let donuts set on a wire rack before serving.

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Pancake donut | Calories: 160kcal (8%) | Carbohydrates: 28g (9%) | Protein: 3g (6%) | Fat: 5g (8%) | Saturated Fat: 1g (6%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1.5g | Cholesterol: 15mg (5%) | Sodium: 210mg (9%) | Potassium: 75mg (2%) | Fiber: 0.5g (2%) | Sugar: 12g (13%) | Vitamin A: 50IU (1%) | Calcium: 70mg (7%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)