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Strawberry Glazed Donuts Recipe (Easy!)

Fluffy baked cake donuts topped with a vibrant, fresh strawberry glaze burst with summery sweetness and American comfort. This easy strawberry glazed donuts recipe skips yeast for quick results, perfect for brunch or treats—way better than store-bought!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 289
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • FOR THE DONUTS:
  • 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, sifted
  • ⅔ cup (130g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • ¾ cup (180ml) whole milk, lukewarm
  • 2 tbsp (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • FOR THE STRAWBERRY GLAZE:
  • 2 cups (240g) powdered sugar, sifted
  • ½ cup (75g) fresh strawberries, pureed
  • 1-2 tbsp milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Piping bag (optional)
  • Wire rack

Method
 

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  2. 1. Whisk dry ingredients (flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, nutmeg) in a large bowl until lump-free.
  3. 2. Beat eggs, milk, butter, vanilla until frothy in another bowl.
  4. 3. Combine wet into dry, stirring gently 20 strokes max; rest batter 5 minutes.
  5. 4. Preheat oven to 425°F; grease donut pan, pipe batter ¾ full, bake 7-9 minutes until springy.
  6. 5. Cool 3 minutes in pan, then on rack.
  7. 6. Puree strawberries, whisk with powdered sugar, milk, vanilla to pourable glaze.
  8. 7. Dip cooled donuts, let set 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 289 | Carbohydrates: 46 | Protein: 3 | Fat: 9 | Fiber: 1 | Sugar: 28

Notes

STORAGE: Refrigerate unglazed up to 2 days; glaze fresh. Freeze unglazed up to 1 month.
MAKE AHEAD: Batter good in fridge 24 hours.
SUBSTITUTIONS: Almond milk + flax eggs for vegan; coconut sugar for less refined.
PRO TIPS: Sift everything for fluff; cool donuts fully before glazing to avoid melt; strain berry puree for smoothness.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS: Stack with coffee, crumble over ice cream, or pair with yogurt and fruit for parfaits—garnish with sprinkles.
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