Pirate's Pearl Doughnuts
These delightful, bite-sized baked doughnuts, dusted with shimmering sugar, are like hidden treasures unearthed from the ocean's depths. Light, fluffy, and subtly sweet, they provide a quick and easy indulgence perfect for any adventurer seeking a sweet escape without the hassle of deep-frying.
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, sea salt, and nutmeg.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, 1/4 cup melted butter, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are fine.
- 5
Spoon the batter into a pastry bag or a large resealable plastic bag with a corner snipped off. Pipe the batter evenly into the prepared doughnut pan cavities, filling each about two-thirds full.
- 6
Bake for 9-12 minutes, or until the doughnuts are golden brown and spring back when lightly touched.
- 7
Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8
In a shallow bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar and edible pearl dust, if using. In another small bowl, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
- 9
Dip each cooled doughnut into the melted butter, coating both sides lightly, then immediately dredge the doughnut in the sugar mixture until fully coated.
- 10
Repeat with the remaining doughnuts. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.