This recipe turns ripe bananas and everyday ingredients into irresistible banana bread donuts, ideal for a delightful breakfast or brunch treat. Baked to perfection, these donuts are a sweet and moist delight.

A banana bread donut sits on top of a glass of milk on a round wooden serving tray. The glass is surrounded by five more banana bread donuts.

Good morning cousins! Wake up and smell the… bananas? That’s right! Move over, boring breakfasts and predictable brunches, because we’re flipping the script with something that’ll make your taste buds do a double-take: homemade banana bread donuts. Yes, honey, you heard me right. We’re not just talking about any donuts; we’re talking about the kind of donuts that make you want to write love songs and sonnets.

Imagine this: ripe, mashed bananas doing the tango with all-purpose flour, sugar getting cozy with eggs, and butter melting into milk like a romantic sunset. Add a dash of vanilla and a sprinkle of baking soda, and you’ve got yourself a batter that’s ready to transform your morning from meh to magnificent!

How to Make Homemade Banana Bread Donuts

Ingredients

2 ½ cups of All-Purpose Flour – The foundation of our donut dreams.
3 Medium Bananas, Mashed – The sweeter, the better. These babies are gonna make your donuts moist and flavorful.
1 1/4 cups of Granulated Sugar – Because what’s life without a little sweetness?
2 Eggs – The glue that holds our dreams together.
1/2 cup of Butter, Softened – This is the heart of the donut, y’all. Make sure it’s soft and ready to mingle.
1/2 cup of Milk – To smooth things out a bit.
1 teaspoon of Vanilla – For that touch of elegance.
1 teaspoon of Baking Soda – The lift that’ll take your donuts from flat to fab!

Six homemade banana bread donuts cool in a metal donut bake pan.

Instructions

Preheat your Oven – Get it hot and ready at 350 degrees, and don’t forget to give your donut pan a little love with some non-stick spray. We don’t want no donuts sticking and tearing apart. They need to slide out smoother than a compliment from a Southern gentleman.
Mix it Up – Throw all those ingredients into a big bowl and mix them up real good. You want everything combined like a perfect family reunion—everybody getting along beautifully.
Fill ‘Em Up – Scoop that luscious banana batter into the donut wells, filling each about 3/4 full. We’re not making flat tires here; we want plump, happy donuts ready to rise to the occasion.
Bake Time – Slide those babies into the oven for about 12-16 minutes. Give ’em time to puff up and turn a beautiful golden brown, like a summer tan.
Cooling Down – Once they’re done, take ’em out and let ’em cool. Treat ’em like a first date, gentle and respectful. Once they’re cool, coax them out of the pan. We’re aiming for a smooth transition, no breakups.

Tips and Tricks for Homemade Banana Bread Donuts

A stack of three golden donuts sit on a wooden platter. A bunch of bananas and a glass of milk are seen in the background.

Banana Bonanza: Use the ripest bananas you can find. We’re talking about those bananas that are a day away from writing their will. The riper they are, the sweeter and more flavorful your donuts will be. It’s like they’ve lived a full life and are now dedicating themselves to the noble cause of your taste buds.
Butter Whisperer: When the recipe says “softened butter,” It means “sat on the counter contemplating life” soft. This ensures your batter is smooth as silk, without any lumps, because nobody likes a lumpy donut. It’s like finding a pebble in your shoe—a no-no.
Milk Matters: If you want to add a little twist, try substituting regular milk with almond or coconut milk. It’s like giving your donuts a little vacation to the tropics, and who doesn’t love a tropical vacation in their mouth?
Vanilla baby: Don’t skimp on the vanilla extract; it’s what gives these donuts that “Mmm, what is that?” factor. It’s like the secret ingredient in a love potion, only it’s not so secret, and it’s perfectly legal.
Soda Secrets: Make sure your baking soda is fresh. Baking soda is like the pop star of the baking world; when it’s fresh, it’s all the rage, but when it’s past its prime, it’s just not hitting those high notes anymore.
Batter Up: Don’t overmix the batter. Mix just until the ingredients are combined. Think of it as a gentle tango rather than a wild mosh pit. Overmixing can make your donuts tough, and we’re aiming for soft and tender, like a love song chorus.
Fill ‘er Up: When filling your donut wells, a piping bag or a ziplock bag with the corner cut off can be your best friend. It’s like having a magic wand that allows you to fill each well with precision and grace, without the mess. It’s the difference between a masterpiece and a “my toddler helped” project.
Cooling Charm: Let those donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. It’s like giving them a moment to collect themselves after their spa day in the oven. They need to set and firm up a bit, so they don’t fall apart during their grand exit.
Glaze & Praise: If you’re feeling fancy, whip up a simple glaze or even a chocolate ganache to dip your donuts in. It’s like putting on that perfect outfit that makes you feel unstoppable. A little glaze or chocolate can turn your donuts from backup singers to lead vocalists.
Experiment and Enjoy: The best part about baking is making it your own. Don’t be afraid to add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter, or even some chopped nuts for a crunchy surprise. It’s like jazz, baby; sometimes, you just gotta improvise and enjoy the music.

With these tips and tricks, your banana donuts are not just going to be good; they’re going to be the kind of good that makes you do a happy dance in your kitchen. So, whip out those ripe bananas, and let’s get baking!

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Homemade Banana Bread Donuts

This recipe crafts delicious donuts from ripe bananas and basic ingredients, perfect for enhancing any breakfast or brunch. Each donut is baked until golden, offering a moist and sweet experience.

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Course Breakfast

Cuisine American

Keyword Banana Bread Donuts

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 16

Cool Time 20

Total Time 46

Servings donuts

Ingredients

2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
3 medium bananas mashed
1 1/4 cups of granulated sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup of butter softened to room temperature
1/2 cup of milk
1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
1 teaspoon of baking soda

Instructions

Begin by preheating your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Prepare a donut pan by spraying it with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy removal of the donuts after baking.
In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine the all-purpose flour, mashed bananas, granulated sugar, eggs, softened butter, milk, vanilla extract, and baking soda. Mix until the batter is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
Carefully scoop the banana batter into the wells of the donut pan, filling each one approximately 3/4 full. This will allow the donuts to rise properly without overflowing during the baking process.
Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 12-16 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
After baking, remove the donut pan from the oven and allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes. Then, gently remove the donuts from the pan and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, the donuts are ready to be served.

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