Easy Cake Mix Donuts
These easy cake mix donuts deliver bakery-style flavor with minimal fuss, perfect for brunch or a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Donut Ingredients
- 1 box cake mix (any flavor) Flavor defines the donut base; popular options include chocolate, yellow, or funfetti.
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup water Can substitute with milk or buttermilk for a denser donut.
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with light olive oil or melted coconut oil.
Toppings
- powdered sugar or glaze For topping.
- sprinkles or other toppings Optional.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan well with nonstick spray or brush with oil.
- In a large bowl, add the cake mix, eggs, water, and vegetable oil. Whisk until smooth and lump-free, being careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or use a spoon. Fill each donut cavity about two-thirds full.
Baking
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back lightly to the touch or a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 2–3 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack.
Serving
- Dust with powdered sugar, dunk in glaze, or add sprinkles while the glaze is still wet. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
For a denser donut, swap 1/4 cup of the water for milk or buttermilk. Use gluten-free cake mix for gluten-free donuts. For richer flavor, replace water with room-temperature sour cream.