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Class Ring Donuts Recipe Easy Gold Glaze for Stunning Parties

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These baked class ring donuts feature a soft, pillowy crumb and a shimmering gold glaze, making them a show-stopping centerpiece for parties and celebrations. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, they’re perfect for graduations, birthdays, or any festive gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 cup (135g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) whole milk, room temperature
  • 1/4 cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar
  • 2–3 tbsp (30–45ml) whole milk (or dairy-free milk)
  • 1 tbsp light corn syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Edible gold luster dust
  • 1/2 tsp lemon juice
  • Sprinkles (optional)
  • Colored sanding sugar (optional)
  • Miniature edible pearls (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your donut pan with nonstick spray or butter. Set a wire rack nearby for cooling.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until no lumps remain.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together milk, melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and lemon zest until smooth and slightly frothy.
  4. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients. Use a spatula to gently fold together until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Transfer batter to a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped. Pipe batter into each donut cavity, filling about 2/3 full.
  6. Bake for 12–14 minutes, checking at 12 minutes. Donuts should be lightly golden and spring back when touched.
  7. Remove from oven and let donuts sit in the pan for 3–5 minutes. Gently turn out onto a wire rack to cool.
  8. For the glaze: In a bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, corn syrup, vanilla extract, and lemon juice until smooth and glossy. Add more milk if glaze is too thick.
  9. Dip cooled donuts into the glaze, letting excess drip off. Place back on the rack.
  10. While glaze is wet, use a small sieve to dust gold luster dust over each donut. Repeat for extra sparkle if desired.
  11. Decorate with sprinkles, pearls, or colored sugar before glaze sets (optional). Let donuts dry for at least 15 minutes before serving or stacking.

Notes

For gluten-free donuts, substitute all-purpose flour with a 1-to-1 gluten-free blend and add an extra tablespoon of milk if needed. For dairy-free, use plant-based milk and vegan butter. Don’t overmix the batter to keep donuts light. Dust gold luster while glaze is tacky for best shine. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or freeze unglazed donuts for up to 2 months.

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