Description
Indulge in the sweetness of homemade Strawberry Glazed Valentine Donuts, perfect for celebrating love on Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. These heart-shaped donuts are not only visually stunning but also bursting with delightful flavors from the combination of vanilla and strawberry extracts. Topped with a luscious pink glaze, they make for a charming treat that will impress your loved ones or add joy to family gatherings. Whether enjoyed with coffee, adorned with sprinkles, or served alongside fresh fruit, these donuts promise to be a hit at any celebration.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup milk (heated to 115°F)
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 tsp + 1/4 cup granulated sugar (divided)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3 tbsp plain shortening
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 1/2 tbsp water (for glaze)
- 1/2 tsp strawberry extract (for glaze)
Instructions
- Combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar in a measuring cup; let proof for 5-10 minutes until bubbly.
- In a stand mixer bowl, mix flour, salt, shortening, egg, vanilla extract, and the yeast mixture until combined.
- Shape dough into a ball in a greased bowl; cover and let rise until doubled in size (about 45 minutes).
- Roll out dough to about 1/2-inch thickness on a floured surface; cut out heart shapes.
- Heat oil to 325°F; fry donuts in batches until golden brown on both sides. Cool completely on wire racks.
- Mix glaze ingredients until smooth; dip cooled donuts and decorate as desired.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg