Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to bake something special for your loved ones, and these heart-shaped baked donuts with vanilla glaze are just the treat! They are soft, fluffy, and covered in a silky vanilla glaze, making them an irresistible delight. Topped with festive pink and red sprinkles and served with fresh strawberries, these donuts are a picture-perfect way to celebrate love. Whether you surprise your partner with breakfast in bed or share them at a gathering, they are guaranteed to impress!
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon almond extract (optional)
Pink or red food coloring (optional)
For the Vanilla Glaze:
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pink or red sprinkles for topping
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease a heart-shaped donut pan or a regular donut pan if preferred.
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and sugar.
Combine Wet Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and almond extract (if using). Add food coloring for a festive touch.
Make the Batter
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
Fill and Bake
Transfer the batter to a piping bag or ziplock bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut molds, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when touched.
Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Prepare the Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Glaze and Decorate
Dip each cooled donut into the vanilla glaze, allowing excess to drip off.
Sprinkle with pink and red sprinkles for a festive look.
Let the glaze set before serving.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Baking Pro Tips
Use a piping bag for even and mess-free donut filling.
Do not overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
Let the donuts cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
Add a few drops of food coloring to the glaze for a pastel pink finish.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
These heart-shaped baked donuts with vanilla glaze are a perfect Valentine’s Day treat. They are easy to make, deliciously soft, and beautifully decorated for the occasion. Whether you enjoy them with coffee in the morning or as a sweet afternoon delight, they will surely spread love and joy. Bake a batch and make this Valentine’s Day extra special!