Description
Baked Raspberry Donuts are the perfect combination of fruity sweetness and soft, fluffy texture. These delightful treats are baked, not fried, making them a healthier alternative to classic donuts without sacrificing flavor. Fresh raspberries are folded into a tender batter, creating bursts of berry goodness in every bite. Finished with a simple raspberry glaze, these donuts are perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients
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For the Donuts:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 cup fresh raspberries (or frozen, thawed and drained)
For the Raspberry Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons raspberry puree (blended fresh raspberries, strained)
- ½ teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon milk (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Prepare the Donut Batter:
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fold in Raspberries: Gently fold the raspberries into the batter, ensuring they are evenly distributed but not crushed.
Fill the Donut Pan:
- Pipe or Spoon Batter: Transfer the batter into a piping bag or use a spoon to fill the donut cavities about ¾ full.
- Bake the Donuts: Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Completely: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Prepare the Raspberry Glaze:
- Blend and Strain Raspberries: Blend the raspberries and strain them through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds.
- Mix the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, raspberry puree, lemon juice, and milk if needed for thinning. The glaze should be smooth but thick enough to coat the donuts.
Glaze the Donuts:
- Dip the Donuts: Once the donuts are fully cooled, dip the tops into the glaze and place them back on the wire rack.
- Set the Glaze: Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: breakfasts
Nutrition
- Calories: 180-200 kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 4g