Ingredients
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For Donuts
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11⁄3 cups all-purpose Flour
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1⁄2 cup Cocoa Powder
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2 teaspoons Baking Powder
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1⁄4 teaspoon Salt
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1 large Egg
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3⁄4 cup Granulated Sugar
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2 teaspoons Tangerine Zest
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1 tablespoon Tangerine Juice
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3 tablespoons Vegetable Oil
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1⁄4 cup Sour Cream
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1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
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1⁄2 cup whole Milk
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For Topping
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1⁄2 cup Granulated Sugar
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2 tablespoons Tangerine Zest
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For Icing
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1 tablespoon whole Milk
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1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
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11⁄2 cups Powdered Sugar
Directions
Steps
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If using an electric donut maker, preheat according to manufacturer’s instructions. If using donut pans, preheat oven to 350°F and grease donut pans. |
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In a small bowl, sift together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt. Set aside. |
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In a medium bowl, whisk together egg and sugar. Then add tangerine zest, tangerine juice, oil, sour cream, and vanilla extract, mixing until thoroughly combined. Gently stir in the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, stirring until there are no lumps. |
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If using mini-donut pansCarefully fill each donut indentation 3⁄4 full. Bake for 7–9 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Transfer donuts to a cooling rack and cool completely. |
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If using an electric mini-donut makerCarefully fill each donut indentation 3⁄4 full. Bake according to manufacturer’s instructions or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Remove donuts from appliance, transfer to a cooling rack, and let cool 5 minutes. |
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In a small bowl, combine sugar and tangerine zest with your fingers until zest is evenly distributed; set aside. Place wax paper under a wire rack to collect any drippings for an easy cleanup. |
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Then, in a small bowl, whisk together milk and vanilla extract. Add powdered sugar and whisk until smooth. Dip the top of each donut into the icing and transfer to a wire rack. Immediately sprinkle the tops with the sugar and zest mixture. |
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Let donuts set for 5 minutes and then serve, or store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. |