Baked Strawberry Donuts: A Fun Breakfast Treat
Sneak Preview: Start your morning with these vibrant baked strawberry donuts—bursting with real strawberries, creamy Greek yogurt, and a sweet strawberry glaze. A fun, homemade breakfast the kids will love!
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Treat your kids or grandkids to these homemade baked strawberry donuts—fun, flavorful, and healthier than store-bought options.
Why You’ll Love These Donuts:
- Strawberry Flavor: Jello powder adds color and sweetness.
- Fresh Berries: Natural sweetness from real strawberries.
- Greek Yogurt: Adds protein and creaminess.
- Kid-Friendly: Fun to decorate with sprinkles!
No Donut Pan? Use a mini-muffin pan or grab a donut pan for the classic shape.
Happy Bakers Speak Up
“I am so glad you posted this recipe 🙂 I LOVED these, as did Tyler!!!”–-ANN H.
Ingredients & Substitutions
- FLOUR: All-purpose or gluten-free.
- SUGAR: Use granulated, coconut sugar, or erythritol.
- BAKING POWDER: Sub ½ tsp cream of tartar + ¼ tsp baking soda.
- JELLO POWDER: Strawberry or any preferred flavor.
- STRAWBERRIES: Fresh or drained frozen berries.
- GREEK YOGURT: Any variety or sour cream.
- EGG: Use flax egg for egg-free.
- OIL: Canola, coconut oil, or melted butter.
Glaze Swaps:
- CREAM CHEESE: Mascarpone or dairy-free alternative.
- MILK: Any dairy or plant-based milk.
- POWDERED SUGAR: Blend granulated sugar for DIY.
Pro Tip: Pipe batter using a plastic bag with the tip clipped—quicker, neater, and evenly shaped donuts.
Get Kids Involved:
Let them decorate or add mix-ins like nuts or chocolate chips.
More Breakfast Favorites:
- Homemade Brown Sugar-Cinnamon Oatmeal Pop-tarts
- Orange Pecan Waffles
- Whole Wheat Powdered Sugar Donuts
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Baked Strawberry Donuts: A Fun Breakfast Treat
Frosted Strawberry Cake Donuts are bursting with strawberry flavor from jello and fresh strawberries, topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting. Add a sprinkle of colored sugar for a fun, kid-friendly treat!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup (120 g) unbleached all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup (66 g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 tablespoon dry strawberry jello powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
- ¼ cup (42 g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped
- ¼ cup (71 g) plain fat-free Greek yogurt
- 1 (50 g) egg
- 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- a few drops of almond flavoring
Strawberry Glaze:
- 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese
- 2-3+ tablespoons milk
- 2 cups (227 g) powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon strawberry jello powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set to 350˚F (180˚C). Grease a donut pan with spray oil (e.g., Pam Baking).
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk 1 cup (120 g) unbleached all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup (66 g) granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon baking soda, 1 tablespoon dry strawberry jello powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg (optional but adds classic donut flavor).
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk: 1/4 cup (42 g) fresh strawberries, finely chopped, 1/4 cup (71 g) plain fat-free Greek yogurt, 1 (50 g) egg, 2 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, and a few drops of almond flavoring.
- Combine: Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until just moistened.
- Fill Pan: Spoon batter into a pastry bag or zippered plastic bag, snip the corner, and pipe batter into donut cups, filling ½–¾ full. Makes 12 donuts and a few mini “donut holes” in a mini cupcake pan.
- Bake: Bake for 9–10 minutes.
Strawberry Glaze:
- Combine: In a medium bowl, mix: 2 tablespoons softened cream cheese and 2-3+ tablespoons milk Mix 2 cups (227 g) powdered sugar and 1 teaspoon strawberry jello powder with the cream cheese until smooth. Add milk, a few drops at a time, to reach a dripping consistency.
- Glaze Donuts: Dip donuts face down, then place on a rack to dry. Add sprinkles before the glaze sets, if desired.
Notes
It has come to my attention that mini-donut pans do not all make donuts the same size. I bought mine from World Market and the donuts measure 2-3/4 inches in diameter.
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Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 177kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 171mg | Potassium: 35mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 56IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1mg
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As a retired home economist, I created Saladinajar.com to share my belief that you don’t have to be a chef to find joy in creating homemade food worth sharing. Bread machines (used in an unconventional way), homemade yogurt, and quick microwave recipes are my specialty.