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Strawberry Cake Donuts with Fresh Strawberry Glaze Recipe

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These moist and flavorful Strawberry Cake Donuts are a delightful treat that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with a tender cake texture. Baked to perfection and topped with a luscious strawberry glaze, they make a perfect breakfast or dessert option for berry lovers.

  • Total Time: 18-20 minutes
  • Yield: 12 large donuts

Ingredients

Donut Batter

  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup buttermilk (or milk of choice)
  • 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 13-15 fresh strawberries (pureed roughly, about 1 cup)

Strawberry Glaze

  • ½ cup fresh strawberries (pureed to your liking)
  • 2 cups powdered sugar (add more if needed for thickening)
  • 1 tablespoon milk of choice (if needed for thinning)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Lightly spray a donut pan—either one that holds 12 large donuts or 24 small donuts—with non-stick cooking spray to ensure easy release.
  2. Puree Strawberries for Batter: Pulse 13-15 fresh strawberries in a food processor or blender to create a chunky puree. Avoid over-blending to retain texture. Set aside this strawberry puree for the batter.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, use an electric mixer to combine 1 tablespoon canola oil, ¾ cup granulated sugar, and 1 large egg on medium-high speed for about 1 minute until fully blended.
  4. Add Flavorings and Puree: Add 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, ½ cup buttermilk (or milk alternative), and the prepared chunky strawberry puree to the wet ingredients. Mix again until evenly combined.
  5. Incorporate Dry Ingredients: Add 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking soda, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt to the mixture. Mix on low speed just until all ingredients are incorporated, taking care not to overmix to keep the cake tender.
  6. Fill Donut Pan: Transfer the strawberry donut batter into a large piping bag or a freezer bag. Snip off the corner and carefully pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan cavities, leaving space for the donuts to rise during baking.
  7. Bake Donuts: Place the donut pan on the middle rack of your preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the donuts have risen and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  8. Prepare Strawberry Glaze: While the donuts bake, blend ½ cup fresh strawberries in a food processor or blender until smooth to your preferred consistency, then pour the puree into a small bowl.
  9. Mix Glaze: Add half of 2 cups powdered sugar to the strawberry puree and mix well. Gradually add the remaining powdered sugar and mix until thick. If the glaze is too thick, add 1 tablespoon milk of choice a little at a time until it reaches a dip-able consistency.
  10. Glaze Donuts: Once the donuts have cooled completely, dip each donut into the strawberry glaze, then place them on a cooling rack to allow the glaze to set.
  11. Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy your freshly baked strawberry cake donuts with a delicious homemade glaze, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert.

Notes

  • Do not overmix the batter once the dry ingredients are added to keep the donuts light and tender.
  • The chunky strawberry puree in the batter adds texture and a fresh burst of flavor; avoid making it too smooth.
  • Use a piping bag for easy and neat filling of the donut pan cavities.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, use milk with a teaspoon of lemon juice or vinegar added as a substitute.
  • Make sure the donuts are completely cool before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
  • The glaze consistency can be adjusted by adding more powdered sugar to thicken or milk to thin, depending on preference.
  • Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://yourdailycook.com/strawberry-cake-donuts-with-fresh-strawberry-glaze-recipe/