Baked Cake Donuts

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 400℉ (200℃). Lightly oil or grease donut pan(s).

2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, nutmeg and salt.

3. Stir in the buttermilk, beaten eggs, vanilla extract and melted butter. Beat together until well blended.

4. Using a pastry bag or a spoon, fill each donut cup about three-quarters full.

5. Bake 8 to 9 minutes, until donuts spring back when lightly touched.

6. Cool for 5 minutes in pan before removing to wire rack.

Cool completely if using glaze. If using cinnamon sugar coating, briefly dip the donuts in the melted margarine/butter while they are still slightly warm; roll in cinnamon sugar mixture to coat.

For Glaze: Combine the powdered sugar, water and almond extract until smooth. Dip tops of donuts or drizzle on. Sprinkle with nonpareils or colored sprinkles, if desired. Let dry completely on wire rack.