Banana Glazed Donuts are soft, moist baked donuts infused with real banana flavor and finished with a sweet vanilla-banana glaze. These donuts have a tender cake-like texture, making them a delightful breakfast treat or afternoon snack. They offer all the comfort of banana bread in the form of a beautifully glazed donut.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These donuts are incredibly easy to prepare—no frying required—and they deliver rich banana flavor with a light, fluffy crumb. The glaze adds the perfect finishing touch, bringing sweetness and a slight hint of spice if you choose to add cinnamon or nutmeg. They are ideal for using ripe bananas and can be ready in under 30 minutes. Kid-friendly, freezer-friendly, and perfect for meal prep, these donuts are a delicious way to elevate your morning routine.
Ingredients
(Tip: You can find the complete list of ingredients and their measurements in the recipe card below.)
For the donuts:
- mashed ripe bananas
- all-purpose flour
- baking powder
- baking soda
- salt
- ground cinnamon (optional)
- unsalted butter or oil
- granulated sugar
- egg
- vanilla extract
- milk or buttermilk
For the glaze:
- powdered sugar
- milk or cream
- vanilla extract
- mashed banana or banana extract (optional)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate bowl, combine mashed bananas, sugar, melted butter (or oil), egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir gently until combined.
- Add milk as needed to reach a thick but pourable consistency.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each mold about ¾ full.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until donuts spring back when touched.
- Cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and banana flavoring.
- Dip each donut into the glaze, letting excess drip off.
- Allow glaze to set before serving.
Servings and Timing
Serves: 10–12 donuts
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Baking Time: 10–12 minutes
Cooling & Glazing Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: approximately 30 minutes
Variations
- Cinnamon Sugar Donuts: Skip the glaze and roll warm donuts in cinnamon sugar.
- Chocolate Drizzle: Add a thin drizzle of melted chocolate over the glaze.
- Banana Nut Donuts: Fold chopped walnuts or pecans into the batter.
- Maple Glaze: Use maple syrup in place of milk.
- Vegan Version: Use plant milk, melted coconut oil, and a flax egg.
Storage/Reheating
Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Refrigerate for up to 5 days for extended freshness.
Freeze unglazed donuts for up to 2 months; thaw before glazing.
Warm for 5–8 seconds in the microwave if desired.
FAQs
Can I make these without a donut pan?
Yes—use a muffin tin; bake 14–16 minutes.
Can I use frozen bananas?
Yes, thaw and drain excess liquid first.
Why are my donuts dense?
Overmixing or too much flour can cause density.
Can I make them gluten-free?
Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
Can I reduce the sugar?
Yes—reduce by 25% without affecting texture.
How can I add more banana flavor?
Use banana extract in the glaze or batter.
Why did my glaze turn runny?
Too much milk—add more powdered sugar to thicken.
Can I air fry these donuts?
Use a silicone donut mold and air fry at 330°F for 6–8 minutes.
Can I add chocolate chips?
Yes—mini chips work best.
Do glazed donuts need refrigeration?
Only if keeping more than two days.
Conclusion
Banana Glazed Donuts combine the best qualities of banana bread and classic donuts into one irresistible treat. Soft, fragrant, and perfectly glazed, they offer convenience, flavor, and visual appeal in every bite. Whether enjoyed warm for breakfast or as a sweet snack, these donuts are sure to become a regular favorite in your kitchen.
PrintBanana Glazed Donuts
Soft, fluffy Banana Glazed Donuts infused with ripe banana flavor and coated in a sweet banana glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delightful treat.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Total Time: 22 mins
- Yield: 10–12 donuts 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup mashed ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Banana Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tbsp mashed banana
- 1–2 tsp milk (as needed)
- 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan lightly.
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix mashed banana, granulated sugar, brown sugar, melted butter, milk, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine dry ingredients with the wet mixture and stir just until incorporated.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when touched. Cool on a wire rack.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar, mashed banana, vanilla, and a splash of milk until smooth and pourable.
- Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and place on a rack to set.
Notes
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor.
- Do not overmix the batter to keep donuts light and tender.
- Add cinnamon or nutmeg for extra warmth.
- For a thinner glaze, add more milk; for thicker, add more powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg