How do I make zesty lemon poppy seed doughnuts?

Refresh your tastebuds with our zesty lemon poppy seed doughnut recipe! These tangy treats will add a burst of brightness to your day.

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make zesty lemon poppy seed doughnuts. Items include: All-Purpose Flour Sugar Baking Powder Poppy Seeds Salt Zest of Lemons Lemon Juice Butter Eggs Vanilla Extract Powdered Sugar Milk

All-Purpose Flour 2 cups
Sugar 3/4 cup
Baking Powder 2 teaspoons
Poppy Seeds 1 tablespoon
Salt pinch
Zest of Lemons 2 lemons
Lemon Juice 1/4 cup
Butter 1/2 cup, melted
Eggs 2, large
Vanilla Extract 1 teaspoon
Powdered Sugar 1 cup
Milk 1 tablespoon

Take note
Caution: These doughnuts may cause extreme levels of deliciousness. Proceed with caution and prepare to become the envy of all your friends.

1

Prep the Doughnut Batter

In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 3/4 cup of sugar, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, 1 tablespoon of poppy seeds, and a pinch of salt. Give it a good whisk to bring everything together.

2

Lemony Goodness

In a separate bowl, whisk together the zest of 2 lemons and 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice. Pour this lemony goodness into the dry ingredients, along with 1/2 cup of melted butter, 2 large eggs, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Mix until combined.

3

Get Your Doughnut On

Heat up your doughnut pan and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spoon the batter into the prepared pan, filling each doughnut well about 3/4 full. Smooth the tops with a spatula for that perfect doughnut shape.

4

Into the Oven

Pop the doughnuts into the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, or until they turn a lovely golden brown. While they're baking, you can whip up the glaze.

5

A Glorious Glaze

To make the glaze, whisk together 1 cup of powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of milk. Adjust the consistency by adding more sugar for a thicker glaze or more lemon juice for a tangier kick.

6

The Finishing Touches

Once the doughnuts are out of the oven, let them cool for a few minutes before dipping the tops into the glaze. Place them on a wire rack to set and allow the glaze to drip down the sides. Sprinkle some extra poppy seeds on top for added oomph!