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January 26, 2026
These quick and easy Chocolate Cake Doughnuts are extremely decadent, moist yet fluffy, and topped with a yummy chocolate glaze.





Chocolate Cake Doughnuts
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- Cocoa Powder Quality Matters 🍫Use high-quality unsweetened cocoa powder for the most intense chocolate flavor - Dutch-processed cocoa provides the richest taste and deepest color in cake doughnuts.
- Perfect Doughnut Moisture Control 💧The combination of sour cream and heavy cream ensures maximum moisture - don't overmix the batter to keep the doughnuts light and fluffy.
- Precise Oil Temperature Technique 🌡️Use a candy or deep-fry thermometer to maintain exactly 350-360°F when frying doughnuts, which prevents greasy texture and ensures even, crisp exterior.
- Glaze Application Pro Tip 🍩Let doughnuts cool for 5-10 minutes before glazing to prevent the chocolate glaze from sliding off, and use a wire rack for excess glaze to drip cleanly.
- Flour Sifting Secret 🌪️Always sift together dry ingredients like flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt to eliminate lumps and ensure uniform distribution for a smoother doughnut texture.
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Hi, I'm Naomi! Recipe developer, food photographer, author, and baking enthusiast behind Knead Some Sweets.
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Vegetarian
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Allergen Analysis
Fish Free
Shellfish Free
Treenuts Free
Peanuts Free
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