Banana Bread Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe
Delight in these moist Banana Bread Donuts topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting and crunchy walnuts. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack, these baked donuts combine ripe bananas and warm cinnamon flavors with a smooth, sweet frosting that elevates their taste and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 11 minutes
- Total Time: 21 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Banana Bread Donuts
- 1 cup + 2 tablespoons all-purpose baking flour
- 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 cup very ripe bananas, mashed
- 2 1/2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg, at room temperature
Cream Cheese Frosting
- 3 ounces cream cheese, VERY soft
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, VERY soft
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste
- 1 and 1/2 cups confectioners' sugar, sifted
- 1-2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped, for decorating
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a doughnut pan and set it aside to ready for the batter.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, dark brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and baking powder to evenly combine all dry components.
- Prepare Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the mashed ripe bananas, melted unsalted butter, and the large egg together until smooth and combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixes: Gently fold the wet banana mixture into the dry ingredients, taking care not to overmix to ensure a tender donut texture.
- Fill Doughnut Pan and Bake: Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan cavities, filling each about three-quarters full. Bake for 10-11 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly pressed.
- Cool Donuts: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: Using a stand mixer with a paddle attachment or a handheld electric mixer, beat the softened cream cheese, softened butter, and vanilla bean paste on medium-high speed until smooth, about 2 minutes. Reduce speed to low and gradually add the sifted confectioners' sugar, then add the milk. Once combined, beat on high for 1-2 more minutes until fluffy.
- Frost and Decorate: Spread the cream cheese frosting generously over the cooled donuts and sprinkle with chopped walnuts for a crunchy finishing touch.
Notes
- Be careful not to overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and tender.
- Use very ripe bananas for the best flavor and natural sweetness.
- Make sure the cream cheese and butter are very soft for a smooth frosting.
- Donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and cream cheese with vegan alternatives.
