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Valentine's Day Strawberry Donuts

Valentine's Day Strawberry Donuts that Melt Hearts and Taste Buds

This Valentine's Day Strawberry Donuts recipe is a delightful treat for loved ones or a sweet self-indulgence.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine American
Servings 12 donuts
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • donut pan

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour a staple that gives donuts their soft texture.
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, pureed the star of the show, providing natural sweetness and flavor.
  • ½ cup granulated sugar balances out the tartness of the strawberries beautifully.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder ensures your donuts rise to fluffy perfection.
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda enhances the dough’s texture for a wonderful bite.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt elevates all the sweet flavors for a well-rounded taste.
  • 1 large egg binds the ingredients together and adds moisture to the batter.
  • ¼ cup milk gives your donuts a delightful softness and tenderness.
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil contributes to a rich, moist texture in each bite.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract adds a warm, aromatic essence that complements the strawberries.

For the Glaze

  • 1 cup powdered sugar creates a sweet, thick glaze that’s perfect for topping.
  • 2 tablespoons strawberry puree infuses the glaze with vibrant berry flavor for a knockout finish.
  • Additional powdered sugar use to thicken the glaze if necessary; you want it to smoothly coat each donut.

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease each well of your donut pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk together.
  • In another bowl, whisk together egg, milk, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and pureed strawberries until smooth.
  • Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and gently fold together until just combined.
  • Fill each well of the donut pan about two-thirds full with the batter.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Cool the donuts in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
  • Mix powdered sugar with strawberry puree until smooth. Adjust with more powdered sugar if necessary.
  • Once cooled, dip each donut in the strawberry glaze or drizzle it over the top.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep donuts fluffy. Check doneness with a toothpick and let donuts cool before glazing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 80mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg
Keyword Baking, desserts, donuts, Strawberry Donuts, Sweet Treats, Valentine's Day
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