Easy Strawberry Baked Donut Recipe

They are, in a word, incredible. And taste like summer in every bite. Smiles? Oh, yes!

I think it’s the aroma of fresh strawberries that makes everyone smile. Transporting you to sunny days, and blue skies.

These baked Strawberry Donuts are almost like tasting sunshine… even when it isn’t sunny.

And donuts? Who among us isn’t tempted when we pass a Krispy Kreme shop when the red logo sign is lit, indicating warm-from-the-oven donuts? Not me!

These baked donuts, though, are healthier… and always warm from the oven!

Strawberry Baked Donuts

I love making the family baked donuts! They couldn’t be easier to make and require only a donut pan. There’s no frying and splattering, or extra fat.

Yet they are incredibly yummy — just like a donut should be!

And pink? For me– it’s one of its most pleasing attributes. Obviously, I’m a pink lover!

These Baked Strawberry Donuts are filled with fresh strawberries, chopped small, and topped with a fresh strawberry glaze. Beautiful in pink and perfect for spring and summer.

Perfect for Mother’s Day, bridal showers, baby showers, even, yes, for a casual afternoon tea.

I’m requesting these for my summer birthday. It’s the strawberry and pink thing!

Looking for more strawberry recipes? You will love my easy Strawberry Shortcake, Strawberry Dutch Baby, Strawberry Bread with Lemon Icing, or 2 Minute Strawberry Mug Cake.

These Baked Strawberry Donuts are:

• Deliciously soft and noise
• Incredibly easy to make
• Healthier than fried
• Packed with fresh strawberries
• Sweetened with a sweet fresh strawberry glaze

Baked Strawberry Donuts Recipe Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make these Strawberry Baked Donuts. The exact measurements are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

• All-purpose flour
• Baking powder and baking soda
• Large egg
• Granulated sugar
• Vegetable oil
• Sour Cream
• Vanilla extract
• Fresh strawberries: (1/2 cup is all you need)

For the glaze, you’ll need:

• Fresh strawberries
• Powdered sugar
• Milk
• Lemon zest (not absolutely necessary, but it adds so much!)

Kitchen Equipment Needed

These Strawberry Baked Donuts are honestly, super easy to make. Here’s what you need:

• Baked Donut Pan
• Piping Bag is helpful, but not necessary.
• Mixing Bowl
• Whisk
• A cooling rack is also nice

How to Make Strawberry Baked Donuts

Preheat the oven to 350°F. Coat a donut pan with oil or butter; set aside.

Step 1: Whisk the Ingredients

In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt; set aside. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, sugar, oil, sour cream, and vanilla together until combined.

Add the flour mixture to the egg mixture and stir until just combined. Fold in the chopped fresh strawberries.

Step 2: Transfer Batter to Pan

Evenly transfer the batter to the donut cavies and fill to about 3/4 full.

Tip: I find it super easy to use a piping bag (or ziptop baggie with a corner snipped) but a spoon works just fine too.

Step 3: Bake the Donuts

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the thickest part of the donut comes out mostly clean. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Fresh Strawberry Glaze

To make the strawberry glaze, add the strawberries to a blender and liquify. Transfer to a small bowl, and add the powdered sugar and lemon zest if using.

Whisk together until smooth, adding milk or additional powdered sugar to desired consistency.

When the donuts are cool, turn them upside down and dip the top in the strawberry glaze. You can spoon the glaze too if you prefer. If you want to add sprinkles, now is the time, or coarse sugar is nice too.

Baked Strawberry Donuts Questions

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