Baked Red Velvet Donuts Recipe

Name: Baked Red Velvet Donuts
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter; 1/2 cup melted semisweet chocolate; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 cup plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk; 1 (1 ounce) bottle red food coloring (2 tablespoons); 2 cups powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons water

Indulge in the decadent delight of our Baked Red Velvet Donuts! This recipe transforms the classic red velvet cake into irresistible, fluffy donuts, generously glazed with a sweet and tangy cream cheese icing. Perfect for a special occasion or a weekend treat, these donuts are guaranteed to impress.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 30 mins

Calories 181.7 kcal

Protein 7g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Red Velvet Donuts

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
1/2 cup melted semisweet chocolate
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 cup plus 1 tablespoon buttermilk
1 (1 ounce) bottle red food coloring (2 tablespoons)
2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons water

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How to Make Baked Red Velvet Donuts

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease or spray a donut pan with vegetable shortening.
In a large bowl, sift together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside.
In a separate large bowl, cream together 1 cup granulated sugar and 2 large eggs until light and fluffy.
Add 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter, 1/2 cup melted unsweetened chocolate, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and 1 cup buttermilk. Mix well to combine.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
Carefully fill each donut cup about two-thirds full using a spoon or piping bag.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the donuts cool completely in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the donuts cool, prepare the icing: In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 cups powdered sugar, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon buttermilk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth. Add more water, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
Once the donuts are completely cool, dip the tops of the donuts into the icing, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl.
Place the iced donuts on a wire rack to let the icing set.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

10g

Carbs

11g

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30 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Healthy Breakfast Snacks Eggs Dairy American Easy Chocolate Dietary Brunch