Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Strawberry Cake Donuts! Bursting with the fresh flavor of ripe strawberries, these baked treats are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion—from brunch to a sweet afternoon snack. Topped with a bright lemon glaze, each bite is a delightful reminder of summer. Plus, they’re easy to make, requiring just simple ingredients and a few straightforward steps. Impress your family and friends with these delightful donuts that are healthier than their fried counterparts!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup fresh strawberries (finely chopped)
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease your donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Carefully fold in the finely chopped strawberries.
- Spoon the batter into the donut pan cavities until halfway full.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until golden and springy to touch.
- While cooling slightly, prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and lemon juice until smooth.
- Dip each warm donut into the glaze before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg