Cheddar Sriracha Cornbread Donuts
Author Notes: Baked cheddar cornbread donuts with a spicy Sriracha kick. These hearty whole grain donuts are perfect for dunking in a warm bowl of chili. —Brie | Toaster Oven Love
Makes 6 baked donuts
- 1/2 cup stone ground medium grind cornmeal
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon fine grain sea salt
- 1 large egg (at room temp)
- 2/3 cup low-fat buttermilk (at room temp)
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted and cooled
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp cheddar tastes best)
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onions or sun-dried tomatoes (optional)
- Preheat your toaster oven or oven to 425 F and grease a six-cavity donut pan.
- In a medium bowl whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda and salt.
- Make a well in the center of the cornmeal/flour mixture, add egg to well and whisk together.
- Stir in the buttermilk and melted butter.
- Stir in the Sriracha, cheddar cheese and green onions/sun-dried tomatoes (if using).
- Spoon mixture into the cavities of the prepared pan (the cheddar will make it look a bit lumpy).
- Bake donuts at 425 F for 14 to 16 minutes.
- Allow donuts to cool in pan for at least 5 minutes before running an offset spatula around the edges of the donuts. Remove from pan and enjoy.
- This recipe was entered in the contest for The Recipe You're Most Proud Of
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