Dark Chocolate Glaze

1. Start by making the glaze so that it has time to cool and thicken.
2. Combine the chocolate and SunButter in a heat safe bowl.
3. Microwave in 30 second intervals until smooth.
4. Leave the chocolate at room temperature to cool while we make the donuts.

Dark Chocolate Cake Donuts

1. Preheat the oven to 350F and grease the donut pans (prepare for 12 donuts total).
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugars, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl whisk together the hot water and espresso, followed by the SunButter, vinegar, and vanilla.
4. Once smooth, whisk in the eggs.
5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and use a rubber spatula to fold the batter together.
6. Add the batter to a large piping bag and pipe the donuts into the baking pan, filling each about 2/3 full. *The batter is the perfect amount for 12 donuts
7. Bake for 8-10 minutes. To test for doneness, lightly tap the surface of the donuts. They should feel soft and bouncy.
8. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer the donuts to a cooling rack.
9. When the donuts have completely cooled and the glaze has thickened, dunk each donut in the glaze.
10. Sprinkle with more chocolate and a pinch of sea salt. They’re best served fresh so dig in!