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Old Fashioned Iced Donut Cookies

Old Fashioned Iced Donut Cookies: Sweet Family Baking Fun

Old Fashioned Iced Donut Cookies are soft, delightful treats that merge the best of cookie and donut worlds, making them perfect for family baking fun.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 32 minutes
Servings: 24 cookies
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure to the cookies; measure accurately to avoid density.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor and balances sweetness.
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Adds richness and tenderness; softened.
  • 3/4 cup sugar Sweetens the dough.
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature for optimal mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds delightful flavor.
  • 1/2 cup whole milk Keeps the dough moist.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar Forms the base of the icing.
  • 3 tablespoons milk Adjusts the consistency of the icing.
  • food coloring Optional for customization.
For the Toppings
  • sprinkles Add a fun and colorful element.

Equipment

  • stand mixer
  • medium bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Donut-shaped cookie cutter
  • baking sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups of flour, 2 teaspoons of baking powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt until well combined.
  2. In a stand mixer, beat together 1/2 cup of softened butter and 3/4 cup of sugar on medium speed until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until fully combined. Then, add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, alternating with 1/2 cup of whole milk.
  5. Cover the dough and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and roll out the chilled dough to 1/4 inch thick, cutting into shapes.
  7. Bake the cookies for 10-12 minutes until edges are lightly golden.
  8. Allow the cookies to cool for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  9. In a bowl, whisk together 2 cups of powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons of milk, and food coloring until smooth.
  10. Dip the tops of each cookie into the icing and sprinkle with vibrant sprinkles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cookieCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 90mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Ensure butter is softened for easy creaming. Don't skip chilling the dough to avoid spreading during baking. Store cookies in an airtight container for freshness.

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