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Pink Party Donuts Recipe

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Delight in these charming Pink Party Donuts, featuring a tender, spiced cake base with a smooth, vibrant pink vanilla glaze topped with colorful rainbow sprinkles. Perfect for celebrations or a sweet treat, these baked donuts offer a lighter alternative to fried versions and come together quickly for an impressive party dessert.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 9 donuts

Ingredients

Donut Batter

  • 1 cup (125g) all-purpose flour (spooned & leveled)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1/3 cup (65g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) buttermilk, at room temperature
  • 2 Tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 and 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract

Pink Vanilla Glaze

  • 2 cups (240g) confectioners’ sugar
  • 3 Tablespoons (43g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • 3-4 Tablespoons (45-60ml) heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1-2 drops red food coloring

Garnish

  • Rainbow sprinkles

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Lightly spray your donut pan—heart-shaped or regular—with non-stick spray and set aside.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg until evenly combined. Set aside.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk the egg, brown sugar, and buttermilk together until smooth. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Batter: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix as the batter will be thick.
  5. Fill the Donut Pan: Transfer the batter to a large zip-top bag and cut off a small corner for piping. Pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling each about halfway to two-thirds full. For heart-shaped pans, avoid overfilling to preserve the hole.
  6. Bake Donuts: Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the edges are lightly browned. Let them cool in the pan for about 2 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack placed over parchment paper or a baking sheet to catch drips.
  7. Repeat Baking: Continue baking the remaining batter in batches, allowing all donuts to cool until they can be handled comfortably.
  8. Prepare the Glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together confectioners’ sugar, melted butter, heavy cream, vanilla extract, salt, and red food coloring until completely smooth. Adjust consistency by adding more cream to thin or more sugar to thicken.
  9. Glaze and Garnish: Dip each cooled donut into the glaze, then place back on the wire rack. Immediately top with rainbow sprinkles.
  10. Serve and Store: Serve the donuts promptly for best texture and flavor. Leftovers should be stored in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The glaze may set slightly over time.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for best mixing and texture.
  • Filling the donut pan only up to two-thirds full prevents overflow and ensures proper donut shape.
  • The pink glaze can be adjusted in color intensity by adding a drop or two more red food coloring.
  • Donuts are best eaten fresh but can be kept refrigerated; bring to room temperature before serving for optimal taste.
  • Using a piping bag or zip-top bag for batter distribution results in cleaner, more even donuts.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://allyumcooks.com/pink-party-donuts-recipe/