Lemon Poppy Seed Donuts Recipe [Food Finds]

Even a beginner can do it! Check out this incredibly tasty recipe for old-fashioned lemon poppy seed donuts – your tastebuds will thank you.

I have a distinct memory of making homemade donuts with a family friend when I was a kid. I didn’t love the old-fashioned cakey donuts when I was younger, but I’m a big fan now! And I couldn’t be more excited to try this lemon poppy seed donut recipe all on my own. I have a specific family friend I need to brag to if they turn out! But before I share with her, I wanted to share my find with you!

If you’re ready to make some delicious lemon poppy seed donuts, make sure you have all the ingredients below:

• 1/2 cup (100 grams) granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 1/2 cups cake flour
• 1 3/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
• 2 large egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon lemon extract (totally optional if you don’t have any)
• 2/3 cup sour cream
• peanut, vegetable, or canola oil for frying
• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted until browned and cooled slightly
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1–2 tablespoons whole milk
• 1 – 1 1/2 tablespoons poppy seeds plus more for topping

Have everything you need? Then head over to joythebaker.com for the full recipe!

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