These Baked Strawberry Donuts are soft, fluffy, and packed with fresh strawberry flavor in every bite. Coated in sweet cinnamon sugar, these homemade donuts are an easy baked treat perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. If you love easy baked donuts recipes that taste bakery-style without frying, this recipe will quickly become a favorite.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients
- Fresh strawberries add natural sweetness and flavor
- No frying required, making these donuts lighter and less messy
- Soft, fluffy texture with a delicious cinnamon sugar coating
- Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or weekend baking
- Family-friendly and beginner-friendly recipe
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped strawberries
For the Sugar Coating
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a donut pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, sugar, salt, baking powder, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the flour and stir until the batter becomes smooth.
- Fold in the finely chopped strawberries gently using a wooden spoon.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake the Baked Strawberry Donuts for 17 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through.
- Remove the donuts from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully remove the donuts from the pan.
- Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a sandwich bag or shallow bowl.
- Coat each donut lightly in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Tips & Tricks
- Finely chop the strawberries to distribute the flavor evenly throughout the donuts.
- Do not overmix the batter or the donuts may become dense.
- Use fresh strawberries for the best texture and flavor.
- Pipe the batter into the donut pan using a zip-top bag for easier filling.
- Add a simple vanilla glaze instead of cinnamon sugar for a sweeter finish.
- If you do not have buttermilk, mix 1/2 cup milk with 1 teaspoon lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes.
Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 8 donuts
- Category: Breakfast, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Difficulty: Easy
- Dietary Notes: Vegetarian
Notes
- Serve these homemade strawberry donuts warm with coffee, tea, or milk.
- Add mini chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them soft.
- You can replace strawberries with raspberries or blueberries if desired.
Nutrition
Approximate nutrition per donut:
- Calories: 180
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fat: 8g
- Sugar: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
FAQ
Can I make Baked Strawberry Donuts without a donut pan?
Yes. You can use a muffin tin instead, although the shape will be different.
Can I use frozen strawberries?
Yes, but thaw and drain them first to avoid excess moisture in the batter.
How do I keep baked donuts soft?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Can I freeze these donuts?
Yes. Freeze the donuts without the sugar coating for up to 2 months.
Can I make these donuts gluten-free?
You can use a 1-to-1 gluten-free flour blend for similar results.
What topping works best besides cinnamon sugar?
Vanilla glaze, strawberry glaze, or powdered sugar all work beautifully.
Storage
- Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Freezer: Freeze unfrosted donuts for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Warm in the microwave for 10–15 seconds before serving.
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Baked Strawberry Donuts
Soft and fluffy Baked Strawberry Donuts made with fresh strawberries.These easy homemade donuts are baked, not fried.Finished with a delicious cinnamon sugar coating.
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 2 eggs
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup finely chopped strawberries
For the Sugar Coating
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly spray a donut pan with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, buttermilk, eggs, sugar, salt, baking powder, and vanilla extract until fully combined.
- Add the flour and stir until the batter becomes smooth.
- Fold in the finely chopped strawberries gently using a wooden spoon.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake the Baked Strawberry Donuts for 17 minutes or until lightly golden and cooked through.
- Remove the donuts from the oven and let them cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
- Carefully remove the donuts from the pan.
- Combine the sugar and cinnamon in a sandwich bag or shallow bowl.
- Coat each donut lightly in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Serve these homemade strawberry donuts warm with coffee, tea, or milk.
- Add mini chocolate chips for extra sweetness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to keep them soft.
- You can replace strawberries with raspberries or blueberries if desired.
Conclusion
These Baked Strawberry Donuts are the perfect easy homemade treat for strawberry lovers. Soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh berry flavor, they are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. With their sweet cinnamon sugar coating and simple preparation, these baked donuts are guaranteed to become a regular favorite in your kitchen.