Description
Soft, fluffy, and bursting with strawberry flavor, these Best Valentine’s Day Strawberry Donuts are the kind of sweet treat that instantly makes any morning feel special. I love making them for a quick breakfast, easy brunch, festive dessert, or fun holiday baking project because they look beautiful and taste even better. With a tender baked donut base, a glossy strawberry glaze, and a cheerful pink finish, this easy recipe is perfect for Valentine’s Day, breakfast ideas, dessert ideas, party food ideas, or anytime you want a homemade bakery-style treat without the fuss.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/3 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 cup strawberry puree
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons strawberry jam
1 to 2 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons pink or red sprinkles
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a donut pan well.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
5. Transfer the batter to a piping bag or zip-top bag and fill each donut cavity about three-quarters full.
6. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the donuts spring back lightly when touched.
7. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
8. In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, strawberry jam, and enough milk to make a smooth glaze.
9. Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and top with sprinkles before the glaze sets.
10. Let the glaze firm up for 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Notes
Use room temperature eggs and milk for a smoother batter and a softer donut texture.
Let the donuts cool completely before glazing so the strawberry topping stays thick and glossy instead of melting off.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 19g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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