Rum and Maple Babas

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Generously butter a 12-cavity doughnut pan.

2. 2

   In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder and salt. Set aside

3. 3

   In another bowl, whisk the eggs and icing sugar with an electric mixer for 10 minutes or until the mixture is light and fluffy and forms a ribbon. With the machine running on low speed, gently add the butter and dry ingredients.

4. 4

   Spoon the batter into the doughnut pan. Place the pan on a baking sheet. Bake for 8 minutes or until the babas are lightly golden. Unmould on a rack. Let cool.