Description
Mouthwatering baked raspberry donuts blend classic comfort with fruity elegance, offering a delightful twist on traditional pastries. Sweet raspberry notes dance through tender crumb, inviting dessert enthusiasts to savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup raspberries
- 1/4 cup milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
Leavening and Binding:
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Topping/Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp raspberry puree
- 1 tbsp heavy cream
- 1/4 cup fresh raspberries (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and thoroughly grease a donut pan with butter or non-stick spray to ensure easy release.
- Sift together flour, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl, creating a uniform dry ingredient base.
- In a separate large bowl, whisk eggs, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract until the mixture becomes smooth and slightly frothy.
- Melt butter and allow it to cool slightly, then gently fold into the egg mixture, creating a rich and cohesive wet base.
- Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with milk to maintain a smooth, lump-free batter.
- Carefully fold in fresh raspberries, being gentle to prevent crushing and maintain fruit integrity.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity approximately 3/4 full for optimal rising.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, raspberry puree, and heavy cream until silky and pourable.
- Once donuts are completely cooled, drizzle with raspberry glaze and garnish with fresh raspberries.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor experience.
Notes
- Prevent raspberry bleeding by tossing fresh berries in a light coating of flour before folding into the batter, which helps suspend them evenly throughout the donuts.
- Enhance moisture by substituting some milk with Greek yogurt or sour cream, creating a richer, more tender donut texture.
- For gluten-free options, replace all-purpose flour with a cup-for-cup gluten-free blend, ensuring the same delicate crumb and structure.
- Reduce sugar content by using monk fruit sweetener or stevia, maintaining sweetness while catering to low-sugar dietary needs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 80 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg