Best 5 Butter Pecan Donuts Recipes

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Creating the perfect butter pecan donut is an art form that combines the right ingredients, precise measurements, and careful preparation. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting, finding the best butter pecan donut recipe is the key to achieving a sweet, buttery, and nutty treat that will satisfy your cravings. With so many variations available, it can be overwhelming to choose the right one. This article will guide you through the essential elements of a great butter pecan donut recipe, providing tips and tricks to help you create donuts that are light and fluffy on the inside and topped with a decadent butter pecan glaze.

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BUTTER PECAN CRUMPETS



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Provided by Damaris Phillips

Categories     dessert

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 crumpets

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon sugar, plus extra for sprinkling
1/4 teaspoon fine salt
1/2 cup milk, warmed to about 100 degrees F
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Coconut oil cooking spray, for spraying the skillet and molds
1/2 cup pecans, chopped
Apricot jam, for serving
Unsalted butter, for serving

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar and salt to combine.
  • Combine the milk and 1/2 cup warm water (about 100 degrees F) in a bowl and sprinkle with the yeast. Once the yeast starts to bubble, after 3 to 5 minutes, pour the liquid into the dry ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon to combine. The batter will be thick. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 30 minutes. The mixture will rise slightly and some bubbles will form on top.
  • Stir the baking soda and 1/4 cup warm water (about 100 degrees F) into the batter. Cover back up and let rest until doubled in size, another 30 minutes. Spoon the mixture into a large liquid measuring cup with a pouring spout for ease of pouring into the crumpet molds.
  • Put a cast-iron skillet over low to medium-low heat and spray with the cooking spray. Spray four 3-by-1-inch ring molds with the cooking spray and place in the hot skillet. Fill each ring half full with batter (the batter should spread inside the rings; if not, add another 1/4 cup water and stir well to thin it). Wait for bubbles to start to form, then top with some pecans and sprinkle with sugar. The bubbles will help keep the pecans and sugar from sinking to the bottom of the crumpets. Cook until golden on the bottom, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the rings, flip and cook another 1 to 2 minutes, just to cook the other side. Repeat with the remaining batter.
  • Serve with apricot jam and butter.

BUTTER-PECAN BLONDIES



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Blondies prove that pantry staples like flour, brown sugar, butter, and eggs can be spun into pure gold-and without a mixer, at that. Amp up their flavor with a touch of dark rum and a tumble of toasted pecans, and a new favorite is born.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cookie Recipes

Time 45m

Yield Makes 24 bars

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 1/2 cups whole pecans
2 sticks unsalted butter, melted, plus more for brushing
2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 cups light-brown sugar, plus 2 tablespoons for sprinkling
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
1 tablespoon dark rum (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spread pecans on a rimmed baking sheet; toast until fragrant, 6 to 7 minutes. Let cool, then chop.
  • Brush a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with butter, then dust with flour, tapping out excess. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour and salt. In a large bowl, whisk together butter and 2 cups brown sugar until combined. Add eggs; whisk until combined. Add vanilla and rum. Fold in flour mixture with a spatula until just combined (do not overmix). Fold in half of nuts.
  • Transfer batter to prepared dish; smooth top with an offset spatula. Sprinkle top with remaining nuts and 2 tablespoons brown sugar. Bake until golden around edges and a tester inserted in center comes out with very few crumbs, 22 to 24 minutes.
  • Transfer to a wire rack and let cool completely before cutting into squares. Blondies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 3 days.

BUTTER PECAN ROUNDS



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An easy drop cookie, and one of my husband's favorites. Use real butter in the recipe.

Provided by Jennifer

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons butter
1 ½ cups chopped pecans
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
½ cup unsalted butter
½ cup white sugar
½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ⅔ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • In a skillet over medium heat toast the pecans with 2 tablespoons of the butter, cooking for about 5 minutes. Sprinkle 1 1/2 tablespoons of the white sugar over the top.
  • Cream 1/2 cup of the butter with the white and brown sugar. Beat in the egg and vanilla. Mix in the flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in the pecan mixture.
  • Drop tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheets. Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown. Let cool and devour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 214.8 calories, Carbohydrate 22.7 g, Cholesterol 27.3 mg, Fat 13.3 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 115.2 mg, Sugar 13 g

BUTTER PECAN BARS



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A friend of mine, who picks pecans every year, brought me some of these yummy bars along with a sack of pecans. They are incredibly rich and gooey, and freeze like a dream. Easy and perfect for the holiday season.

Provided by Franci

Categories     Desserts     Nut Dessert Recipes     Pecan Dessert Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

¾ cup butter, softened
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
1 cup pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch square baking pan.
  • In a medium bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar. Beat in the eggs and vanilla. Stir in the flour and pecans until just blended. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in the preheated oven, or until edges begin to pull away from the sides of the pan. Allow bars to cool in the pan before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 537.7 calories, Carbohydrate 68.9 g, Cholesterol 92.3 mg, Fat 28.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 12.2 g, Sodium 148.2 mg, Sugar 52.4 g

BUTTER PECAN GLAZE



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Try this thick, rich, buttery sauce over ice cream, fried ice cream or slices of angel food cake for a satisfying dessert. It's so delicious! -Delores Goossen, Morris, Manitoba

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter, cubed
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup light corn syrup
1 cup heavy whipping cream
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Vanilla ice cream

Steps:

  • In a large heavy saucepan, cook butter over medium heat for 4-6 minutes or until golden brown. Stir in sugar and corn syrup; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; gradually stir in cream. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium. Cook until sauce begins to thicken. Remove from the heat. Stir in pecans and vanilla. Serve warm over ice cream.,

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and tools ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any scrambling.
  • Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher your ingredients, the better your donuts will taste. If possible, use organic or locally-sourced ingredients.
  • Don't Overmix the Batter: Overmixing the batter will make your donuts tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Use a Deep Fryer or Dutch Oven: A deep fryer or Dutch oven is the best way to fry your donuts. If you don't have one, you can also use a large saucepan filled with oil.
  • Don't Crowd the Donuts: When frying your donuts, don't crowd them in the fryer or Dutch oven. This will prevent them from cooking evenly.
  • Drain the Donuts on Paper Towels: After frying, drain the donuts on paper towels to remove any excess oil.
  • Glaze the Donuts While They're Warm: The glaze will adhere better to the donuts if they're still warm.

Conclusion:

Butter pecan donuts are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of donuts that will be the hit of your next party or gathering. These donuts are perfect for any occasion, from a casual breakfast to a special dessert. They're also a great way to use up any leftover butter pecan ice cream. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, give these butter pecan donuts a try!

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