Get ready to revolutionize your breakfast or dessert game with these irresistible Chocolate Strawberry Baked Donuts that will make your taste buds dance with joy! Imagine biting into a rich, chocolatey donut studded with fresh, juicy strawberry pieces - a combination so divine it'll make you forget all about boring, plain donuts. Whether you're a chocolate fanatic, a strawberry enthusiast, or simply someone who loves treating themselves to something extraordinary, this recipe is about to become your new obsession!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 12 mins
Total Time: 27 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 12-cavity donut pan thoroughly with non-stick cooking spray or butter to ensure easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. This helps remove any lumps and ensures even distribution of dry ingredients.
- In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined and smooth.
- Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in tough donuts.
- Carefully fold in the diced fresh strawberries, distributing them evenly throughout the batter.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 11-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully removing them and transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar, dip in chocolate glaze, or top with additional fresh strawberry pieces for extra decoration.
- Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature ingredients to ensure smooth mixing and optimal texture.
- Don't overmix the batter - stop stirring as soon as the dry and wet ingredients are just combined to keep the donuts tender.
- Dice strawberries into small, uniform pieces to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
- For extra moisture, pat the diced strawberries dry with a paper towel to prevent excess liquid in the batter.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for neat, professional-looking donut filling.
- Check donuts a minute early to prevent overcooking - every oven is slightly different.
- Let donuts cool completely before adding any glaze or powdered sugar topping.
- For maximum flavor, use high-quality cocoa powder and fresh, ripe strawberries.
- Experiment with toppings like chocolate drizzle, whipped cream, or fresh strawberry slices.
- These donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored properly for a quick treat later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 25g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 20mg
