Maple Pecan "Upstate" Doughnut
A fluffy doughnut topped with sweet maple glaze and toasted pecans, inspired by classic flavors from Upstate New York.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup (added to base dough)
- Maple glaze (2 cups powdered sugar, ¼ cup maple syrup, 2 tbsp milk)
- 1 cup pecans, toasted and chopped
- ½ tsp cinnamon (added to base dough)
Instructions
- Replace 2 tbsp of sugar in base dough with maple syrup.
- Add cinnamon to the dough during mixing.
- After frying, dip in maple glaze while still warm.
- Immediately sprinkle with chopped pecans before glaze sets.
Notes
Prep Time: 25 minutes (active prep) 1 hour 30 minutes (rising/resting time) Cook Time: 10 minutes Total Time: About 2 hours
- Use pure maple syrup for the glaze for the richest flavor.
- Toast the pecans for extra crunch and aroma.
- Glaze and top the doughnuts while slightly warm so the pecans stick well.
- Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 day.