Bourbon Maple Pecan Donuts

Savor the delicious bourbon, maple, and pecan flavors of these homemade donuts. Ideal for dessert or breakfast!

Ingredients:

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped pecans
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp baking soda
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup buttermilk
• 1/4 cup bourbon
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Maple glaze 1/2 cup powdered sugar, 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1-2 tbsp milk
• Additional chopped pecans for topping

Instructions:

In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, chopped pecans, baking powder, baking soda, and salt

In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, bourbon, maple syrup, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined

Do not overmix

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350F 175C

Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes per side

Remove the donuts from the oil and drain on paper towels

Prepare the maple glaze by whisking together powdered sugar, maple syrup, and milk until smooth

Dip each donut into the maple glaze, allowing excess glaze to drip off, then sprinkle with chopped pecans

Let the glaze set for a few minutes before serving

Enjoy your Bourbon Maple Pecan Donuts!