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Valentine Donuts

Valentine Donuts

Delightful Valentine Donuts topped with pink icing and heart-shaped sprinkles, perfect for showing love this Valentine's Day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: DESSERT RECIPES
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour classic choice for fluffy texture
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 1 tbsp baking powder key to rise
  • 1/2 tsp salt enhances flavor
  • 1 cup whole milk or almond milk as substitute
  • 1 large egg binds ingredients
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted) or coconut oil as alternative
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract for aroma
For the Icing
  • 2 cups powdered sugar for sweet glaze
  • 2 tbsp milk or non-dairy milk
  • 2-3 drops pink food coloring adjust for desired shade
For Decoration
  • 1 cup heart-shaped sprinkles final festive touch

Equipment

  • Donut pan

Method
 

How to Make Valentine Donuts
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gently grease your donut pan.
  2. Whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a mixing bowl.
  3. Mix the milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla in another bowl until smooth.
  4. Combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
  5. Fill each donut cavity halfway with batter and bake for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Cool slightly before transferring the donuts to a wire rack.
  7. For the icing: Whisk the powdered sugar with milk and pink food coloring to your desired shade. Dip the cooled donuts in the icing and sprinkle with heart-shaped decorations.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 80mgSugar: 10gVitamin A: 250IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure dough is not overmixed for a lighter texture. Grease donut pan thoroughly for easy release.

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