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Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts

Published:January 10, 2019October 11, 2024 Updated on:October 11, 2024

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These Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts are a fun and romantic Valentine’s Day dessert or breakfast. Baked donuts, not fried, make a healthier and much less messy alternative to traditional glazed doughnuts. No yeast needed for these easy baked doughnuts.

Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts are a romantic start to Valentine’s Day or make a great Valentine’s Day dessert, which is right around the corner. Have you made your dinner reservations yet? If not, you can always enjoy a special night in and cook a romantic meal such as red wine with prime rib, add dessert, for your special loved one.

You can start your Valentine’s early with these Chocolate Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts, topped with chocolate pieces. That’s right, your breakfast can start with two Valentine’s Day staples, chocolate, and strawberries. Why not bake them into doughnuts, or is it donuts?

Ingredients for making Glazed Baked Doughnuts

All-purpose flour, sugar, eggs & butter: the base for a good cake batter
Baking powder: helps the doughnuts rise
Nutmeg and salt: the nutmeg is subtle but makes a difference so try not to skip it, the salt will enhance all the flavors
Vanilla almond milk: you could use any nut milk for this recipe but I find vanilla almond milk gives the best flavor
Lemon juice and zest: adds fresh citrus flavor and really heightens the strawberry flavor
Fresh diced strawberries: cut into small even pieces to add texture and flavor. You can incorporate strawberries into other recipes, check out this delicious strawberry breakfast pastry!
Glaze for doughnuts: a simple mixture of powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, and almond milk

How is a baked doughnut different from a fried doughnut?

Baked doughnuts have a much more cake-like texture rather than a traditional dough-like fried doughnut. The great thing about baked doughnuts is that they are so much healthier and lighter than fried. Plus you can get kids involved in the baking since there’s no hot oil to worry about.

If you’re looking for a doughnut recipe without yeast then these are for you! Unlike fried doughnuts there is no need to add yeast to the batter since the doughnuts use baking powder and eggs to help them rise just like regular cakes, muffins or cupcakes do.

Steps for an easy baked doughnut recipe without yeast

In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, nutmeg, and salt. Set aside.
Combine almond milk, lemon juice and zest in a separate bowl. Stir in butter and eggs.
Whisk liquid into flour mixture until completely combined, then stir in strawberry pieces.
Pour batter into a greased donut pan, making sure to not cover center hole.
Bake 10 minutes at 425º F until doughnuts have risen and are golden. Cool pan on a wire rack for a few minutes, then remove doughnuts.

How to make a doughnut glaze

The glaze uses strawberry jam, powdered sugar, and almond milk. Simply mix all ingredients together while the doughnuts are baking in the oven. The consistency should be thick but easy to spread over the doughnuts.

Pro Tip: If your glaze is too thick you can easily adjust the consistency but adding more almond milk or powdered sugar.

Tips for making baked doughnuts

I prefer to use all-purpose flour and baking powder instead of self-raising flour because you are in control of the rising agent. If you use self-raising flour you may get different results.
Although these baked doughnuts are made with simple ingredients you do need a doughnut pan to make them so make sure you have one before you start.
Even though the doughnut pan looks like half a doughnut, the batter rises to form a perfectly round doughnut shape.
Make sure the doughnuts have cooled completely on a cooling rack before spreading the glaze over or it will melt off.
Use fresh, ripe strawberries that smell sweet for best flavor
Make sure to use large eggs for best results.
I topped these with strawberry M&M’s for an extra chocolate strawberry kick but you can top with any Valentine’s inspired sprinkles you like.
Store the glazed doughnuts in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge, or freeze for up to 3 months.

Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts recipe at-a-glance:

Flavor profiles: Lots of strawberry with lemon zest, paired with chocolate, which go together so well.
Texture: Soft, fluffy and moist with crunchy chocolate toppings.
Dietary Options/Substitutions: You could try GF all-purpose flour or substitute some whole wheat flour for a healthier option, but haven’t tried.

More sweet recipes for Valentine’s Day:

An overhead shot of Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts on a cooling rack topped with pink M&M's

Chocolate Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts

Written by Matt | Plating Pixels

Chocolate Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts are a romantic Valentine's Day breakfast or dessert. No yeast needed for these easy, no mess baked doughnuts.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Total Time 25

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings donuts

Calories 251 kcal

Ingredients

Lemon Strawberry Doughnut Batter

¾ cup vanilla almond milk
½ teaspoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
2 cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup granulated sugar
½ tablespoon baking powder
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons butter melted
2 large eggs lightly beaten
1 cup diced fresh strawberries

Chocolate Strawberry Glaze

2 cups powdered sugar
1 tablespoon strawberry preserves
1 tablespoon almond milk
Topping such as Valentine's colored sprinkles or Chocolate M&M's Strawberry

Instructions

Lemon Strawberry Baked Doughnuts

Preheat oven to 425º F. In a small bowl, combine almond milk, lemon juice, and zest. Stir in butter and eggs. Set aside.
In a large bowl combine, flour, sugar, nutmeg, and salt.
Pour liquid mixture into flour mixture. Whisk together until completely combined, then stir in strawberry pieces.
Pour batter into a greased donut pan just below the edges, making sure to not cover center hole. Bake 9-10 minutes until cooked and golden. Remove from oven and cool slightly, then transfer doughnuts to a wire rack to cool completely.

Chocolate Strawberry Glaze

While doughnuts are baking: In a medium bowl mix together powdered sugar, strawberry preserves, and almond milk. It should be thick, but able to spread easily with a brush.
Spread over each baked doughnut then top with desired decorations.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe strawberries that smell sweet for best flavor.
Although these baked doughnuts are made with simple ingredients you do need a doughnut pan to make them so make sure you have one before you start.
Make sure the doughnuts have cooled completely on a cooling rack before spreading the glaze over or it will melt off.
I prefer to use all-purpose flour and baking powder instead of self-raising flour because you are in control of the rising agent. If you use self-raising flour you may get different results.
If your glaze is too thick you can easily adjust the consistency but adding more almond milk or powdered sugar.
Storage: Store the glazed doughnuts in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge or freeze them for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Chocolate Strawberry Glazed Baked Doughnuts

Amount per Serving

Calories

251

% Daily Value*

Fat

Saturated Fat

Cholesterol

Sodium

147

Potassium

101

Carbohydrates

Fiber

Sugar

Protein

Vitamin A

100

Vitamin C

7.5

Calcium

Iron

1.2

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Keyword baked doughnut, glazed donut, valentine's day dessert

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Recipe adapted from Frugal Coupon Living