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Red Velvet Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting Recipe

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  • Author: Nora
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 baked donuts
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These soft and moist Red Velvet Donuts are baked to perfection and topped with a luscious cream cheese frosting. Featuring a blend of cocoa and vibrant red food coloring, these donuts offer a classic red velvet flavor without the heaviness of frying. Perfect for a quick homemade treat that’s ready in just 20 minutes.

Ingredients

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Donuts

  • 1 cup all-purpose baking flour
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons red food coloring

Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 3 ounces cream cheese, VERY soft
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, VERY soft
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2 cups confectioners’ sugar, sifted
  • 1-2 tablespoons milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, dark brown sugar, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, egg, and red food coloring until smooth.
  4. Combine Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Be careful not to overmix to keep the donuts tender.
  5. Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full for proper rising.
  6. Bake Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean.
  7. Cool Donuts: Remove the donuts from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. Prepare Cream Cheese Frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese and unsalted butter until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla extract and gradually mix in sifted confectioners’ sugar until combined and fluffy. Add milk 1 tablespoon at a time to reach desired frosting consistency.
  9. Frost Donuts: Once the donuts are completely cooled, spread or pipe the cream cheese frosting on top of each donut.

Notes

  • Baked red velvet donuts topped with cream cheese frosting create a deliciously moist treat with less fat than traditional fried donuts.
  • Ensure the cream cheese and butter are very soft to achieve a smooth frosting texture.
  • You can adjust the amount of red food coloring to achieve your preferred shade of red.
  • Donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Using buttermilk is key for achieving the classic red velvet tang and tender crumb.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg

Find it online: https://littlespoonbites.com/red-velvet-donuts-with-cream-cheese-frosting-recipe/