These delightful strawberry baked donuts are the perfect treat for any occasion. Light and fluffy with a subtle sweetness from fresh strawberries, they offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried donuts without compromising on flavor. The addition of Greek yogurt makes them extra moist and adds a hint of tanginess that complements the sweetness of the strawberries beautifully. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet snack, these donuts are easy to make and sure to impress. Enjoy them plain, or top them with a simple glaze for an extra touch of sweetness.
Ingredients
- For the Donuts:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- For the Glaze (optional):
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- Mix dry ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine wet ingredients:
- In another bowl, whisk the Greek yogurt, milk, melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine mixtures:
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fold in strawberries:
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Fill donut pan:
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake:
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
- Cool:
- Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Make the glaze (optional):
- In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk if needed.
- Glaze the donuts:
- Once the donuts are completely cool, dip them into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off. Place them back on the wire rack for the glaze to set.
- Serve:
- Enjoy your delicious strawberry baked donuts fresh!
These donuts are best enjoyed on the day they are made but can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days.
