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Valentine's Day Donuts

Irresistible Valentine's Day Donuts: Bake Love in Every Bite

These Valentine's Day donuts are baked, not fried, guilt-free treats adorned with ombre glaze, perfect for any celebration.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donut Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Provides structure; your go-to for the best baked texture.
  • 3/4 cup Sugar Brown sugar can add a hint of caramel flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder A key leavening agent; always check it’s fresh.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Balances sweetness; don’t skip this essential ingredient.
  • 1 cup Milk Consider almond milk for a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1/2 cup Melted Butter Enhances flavor and tenderness; can swap with coconut oil.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract For that aromatic sweetness; optional but recommended.
  • 2 large Eggs Essential for structure and moisture; vegan option available.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups Icing Sugar The base for our sweet glaze; a must.
  • 2 tbsp Additional Milk Adjusts the icing consistency to your liking.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (for icing) Boosts icing flavor; delightful addition.
  • on a need basis Red or Pink Gel Food Colouring Optional for gorgeous hues.
  • 1/2 cup Mixed Types of Sprinkles To top off your donuts, adding fun flair!

Equipment

  • Donut pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Piping Bag

Method
 

How to Make Valentine's Day Donuts
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F and grease your donut pan.
  2. Whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Combine the melted butter, eggs, vanilla extract, and milk in another bowl.
  4. Mix the wet and dry ingredients until smooth.
  5. Fill a piping bag or ziplock bag with the batter and pipe into the donut cavities.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes until lightly golden.
  7. Cool the baked donuts in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the icing by mixing icing sugar, additional milk, and vanilla extract.
  9. Dip each cooled donut into the icing, adding sprinkles before it sets.
  10. To color the icing, gradually mix in red food coloring.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftover donuts in an airtight container. Can refrigerate for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 1 month.

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