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Glazed blueberry donuts on a white plate with fresh blueberries, featuring a shiny pink blueberry glaze and golden baked edges.

Easy Glazed Blueberry Donuts Recipe for a Sweet Homemade Treat - Simple, Fresh, and Fun

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling & Glazing Time 15 minutes
Total Time 42 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch, Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Regular Donuts

Ingredients
  

  • All-purpose flour – for structure
  • Granulated sugar – sweetness and moisture
  • Baking powder – rise and lightness
  • Salt – balances flavor
  • Ground cinnamon (optional) – warm note
  • Buttermilk – tender crumb and subtle tang (or milk + lemon juice; see Alternatives)
  • Large egg – binds and enriches
  • Unsalted butter (melted) – rich flavor and moisture
  • Vanilla extract – classic bakery aroma
  • Fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed) – the star ingredient
  • Powdered sugar – for the glaze
  • Milk or cream – thins the glaze
  • Lemon juice or zest (optional) – brightens the glaze

Instructions
 

  • Preheat and prep: Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 6- or 12-cavity donut pan with nonstick spray or a thin coat of butter.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk 1 1/2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon until well combined.
  • Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl or measuring cup, whisk 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, 3 tablespoons melted unsalted butter (slightly cooled), and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
  • Make the batter: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Stop when you no longer see dry streaks. The batter will be thick but scoopable.
  • Fold in blueberries: Toss 3/4 cup blueberries with 1 teaspoon flour to help prevent sinking, then fold them into the batter with a spatula. Don’t overmix or the batter may turn purple and dense.
  • Fill the pan: Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a zip-top bag and snip a corner. Pipe the batter into donut wells, filling each about 3/4 full. Alternatively, use two spoons to portion evenly.
  • Bake: Bake 9–12 minutes, or until the tops spring back lightly and a toothpick comes out clean. Edges should be lightly golden.
  • Cool: Let donuts rest in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing. Warm donuts will thin the glaze.
  • Make the glaze: In a bowl, whisk 1 cup powdered sugar with 2–3 tablespoons milk and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla. For brightness, add 1 teaspoon lemon juice or a pinch of zest. The glaze should be pourable but cling to a spoon.
  • Glaze the donuts: Dip the cooled donuts, top side down, into the glaze. Lift, let excess drip off, and set back on the rack. For a thicker coating, let the first layer set 5 minutes, then dip again.
  • Finish and serve: Let the glaze set for 10–15 minutes until it looks glossy and slightly firm. Enjoy the donuts fresh for the best texture.