Description
Delight in these charming Valentine Pink Donuts topped with colorful sprinkles, perfect for a festive treat. Soft, fluffy, and baked to golden perfection, these donuts feature a subtle vanilla flavor with a hint of pink hue that adds a romantic touch. Ideal for gatherings or a sweet self-indulgence, they’re easy to make and wonderfully satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp pink food coloring (or to desired shade)
Toppings
- 1/4 cup sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan thoroughly with nonstick spray to ensure the donuts do not stick after baking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and a pinch of salt to combine evenly. This ensures your donuts will rise properly and have a consistent texture.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, and pink food coloring until smooth and well blended, giving the batter its lovely pink hue.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixes: Carefully pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix them just until combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- Fill Donut Molds: Using a piping bag or a sturdy zip-top bag with a corner cut, fill each donut cavity about three-quarters full. This helps the donuts bake evenly and rise without overflowing.
- Bake the Donuts: Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes. The donuts are done when they spring back to the touch and are lightly golden around the edges.
- Cool and Decorate: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, sprinkle with colorful sprinkles to add a festive touch.
Notes
- You can substitute whole milk with any plant-based milk such as almond or oat for a dairy-free option.
- Adjust the pink food coloring amount to achieve your preferred shade of pink.
- Don’t overmix the batter to maintain the donuts’ tenderness.
- If you don’t have a donut pan, you can use a muffin pan, but the shape will be different.
- Store donuts in an airtight container for up to 2 days for optimal freshness.
