Description
These baked strawberry cake donuts are a healthier twist on a classic favorite. They’re light, fluffy, and full of fresh strawberry flavor, topped with a simple glaze that adds just the right amount of sweetness. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a fun baking project.
Ingredients
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- For the Donuts:
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- ¾ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ¾ cup cake flour
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 12–15 ripe strawberries (approx. 1 cup, pureed)
- For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease the donut pan.
- Puree fresh strawberries in a food processor until chunky. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat butter, sugar, and egg until creamy. Add vanilla, buttermilk, and strawberry puree. Mix until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together cake flour, all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet ingredients. Do not overmix.
- Transfer batter to a piping bag and fill donut molds halfway.
- Bake for 7–8 minutes or until donuts spring back when touched. Let cool completely.
- Mix powdered sugar and milk for the glaze. Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and allow to set.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
- Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- For extra vibrancy, add a drop of food coloring to the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American