Valentine’s Day is all about love, and what better way to spread sweetness than with homemade raspberry baked donuts? These delightful treats are soft, fluffy, and bursting with fresh raspberry flavor. Topped with a gorgeous pink glaze and festive heart-shaped sprinkles, they make the perfect Valentine’s Day dessert or breakfast surprise. Plus, since they’re baked instead of fried, they’re a lighter option that doesn’t sacrifice flavor. Get ready to impress your loved ones with this simple yet elegant recipe!
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup granulated sugar
1 ½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup milk (whole or buttermilk for extra richness)
1 large egg
2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ cup fresh raspberries (mashed)
For the Raspberry Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp fresh raspberry puree
1 tbsp milk (adjust for consistency)
½ tsp vanilla extract
Heart-shaped sprinkles (optional, for decoration)
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick spray or butter.
Step 2: Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Step 3: Combine Wet Ingredients
In another bowl, whisk the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined. Gently fold in the mashed raspberries.
Step 4: Combine and Fill the Pan
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix. Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
Step 5: Bake to Perfection
Bake for 10-12 minutes or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 6: Make the Raspberry Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, raspberry puree, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more milk or powdered sugar as needed.
Step 7: Glaze and Decorate
Dip each cooled donut into the raspberry glaze, letting the excess drip off. Place them back on the wire rack and sprinkle with heart-shaped decorations.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 8-10 donuts
Baking Pro Tips
Use fresh raspberries for the best flavor, but frozen ones (thawed and drained) work in a pinch.
Mash the raspberries well to distribute flavor evenly in the batter.
Don’t overmix the batter—a few lumps are fine to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
For even donuts, use a piping bag or zip-top bag with the corner snipped off to fill the pan.
Let the donuts cool completely before glazing to avoid a runny mess.
For extra flavor, add a pinch of lemon zest to the batter.
These easy Valentine’s Raspberry Baked Donuts are a delicious way to celebrate love and sweetness. Whether you serve them as a romantic breakfast, a special treat for kids, or a gift for friends, they’re sure to bring joy to anyone who takes a bite. With their soft texture, vibrant raspberry flavor, and beautiful pink glaze, these donuts are a must-try for Valentine’s Day. Happy baking!