Baked Strawberry Donuts with Tasty Glaze

Learn to make delicious strawberry donuts at home! This is an easy and quick recipe, and the donuts are topped with a tasty strawberry glaze.

Strawberry donuts are little circles of joy that have the power to turn any grown adult into a giddy child at a candy store. But before you sprint to your nearest bakery in a strawberry-donut-fueled frenzy, let me stop you right there.

Why buy when you can make them yourself? Yep, you can bake donuts at home. And not just any donuts, but strawberry ones that come with a strawberry glaze so good, you might consider bathing in it. Too much? Never!

This strawberry donut recipe is so easy, it’s practically foolproof. And I mean that in the nicest possible way. We’re talking “I’ve never baked anything in my life apart from frozen pizza” level of easy. So, if you can follow the instructions on a microwave meal, you’re overqualified for this task. Congratulations!

The resulting donuts are a delightful twist on a classic treat, fluffy and filled with delicious strawberry flavors.

The first thing you notice is the light and tender crumb, distinct from their fried counterparts, which provides a soft, cake-like texture that melts in your mouth.

The strawberries, whether used within the batter or as a key component of the glaze, impart a natural and refreshing sweetness, balancing perfectly with the subtle hint of vanilla and the warm embrace of sugar.

So, tie on your apron, grab the ingredients, and let’s get to baking! Who knows, by the end of this adventure, you might just find yourself pondering the possibilities of opening your own donut shop.

Or at the very least, you’ll have a batch of scrumptious strawberry donuts to devour. Scroll down to check out the recipe and give it a whirl. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you.

Tips for Making Delicious Donuts

Before you dive into this recipe, I’ve got some tips for you on making the best (and tastiest) donuts. If you’re interested, check them out. Otherwise scroll to the bottom.

Use Quality Ingredients

Start with high-quality ingredients, especially when it comes to the flour and cocoa powder for chocolate donuts. Using good quality cocoa powder will greatly enhance the chocolate flavor.

Avoid Overmixing

Mix the batter just until ingredients are combined, or the dry disappears into the wet. You don’t want clumps. However, overmixing can result in tough donuts.

Use a Donut Pan

Use a non-stick donut pan for even baking and easy release. If you don’t have a donut pan, a muffin tin can work in a pinch, but the shape will be different.

Try the Piping Bag Trick

For a smooth and even distribution of batter in the donut pan, use a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner cut off.

Avoid Overfilling

Fill each donut well about two-thirds full. Overfilling can cause the batter to overflow and lose that classic donut shape.

Cool in the Pan

Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. This helps them set and makes them easier to remove without breaking.

Ready to try the recipe? Here’s what you’re going to need.

Donuts

• 1 cup all purpose flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup canola or vegetable oil
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/3 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs
• 1 cup milk

Glaze

• 2 cups powdered sugar
• 1/4 cup finely diced strawberries
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Tips and Thoughts for This Recipe

Whole, 2%, or low fat milk works fine for the milk in the donuts.

Store your donuts in an airtight container on the counter for 1-2 days. Put in the fridge for up to 5 days, covered in plastic wrap or an airtight container.

You can freeze up to 3 months, tightly wrapped in plastic wrap and placed in an airtight container or freezer bag.

Get the printable recipe for these donuts below:

---

If you enjoyed these delicious baked goods, let me know in the comments! I’d also love for you to check out these other sweet donut recipes and posts:

Apple Cider • Chocolate with Chocolate Icing • 20+ Fried Donuts • Funfetti • Maple Chai • Pumpkin Spice • Valentine’s Day • Yellow Cake with Chocolate Icing