Description
These delicious Strawberry Cake Donuts are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of strawberries with a moist, cake-like texture. Baked instead of fried, they are a healthier alternative to traditional donuts and perfect for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
- 1/3 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2–3 tablespoons strawberry puree
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a donut pan.
- Prepare the batter: Mix dry ingredients, fold in strawberries. In a separate bowl, combine wet ingredients. Mix wet and dry ingredients until just combined.
- Bake the donuts: Fill the donut pan cavities and bake for 12–15 minutes until set.
- Make the glaze: Whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and vanilla.
- Glaze the donuts: Dip cooled donuts in glaze and let set.
Notes
- Chop strawberries small to prevent excess moisture in batter.
- For a deeper pink glaze, add beet powder or natural food coloring.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
