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Red velvet donuts

Red Velvet Donuts

Red velvet lovers, this one’s for you!
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Course Dessert
Servings 6 Donuts

Ingredients
  

For the Donuts:

  • 1 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda for extra fluffiness
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil
  • ⅓ cup + 2 tbsp maple syrup or granulated sugar for a sweeter version
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp red food coloring
  • ½ tsp apple cider vinegar enhances the red color and adds tenderness

For the Frosting:

  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • 2 tbsp heavy whipping cream
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 oz cream cheese optional, for a tangy twist

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan and set it aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, oil, maple syrup (or sugar), vanilla extract, red food coloring, and apple cider vinegar until smooth.
  • Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  • Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off. Pipe the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when lightly touched. Let them cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
  • For the frosting, mix the melted butter, powdered sugar, heavy whipping cream, vanilla extract, and cream cheese (if using) in a bowl until smooth and creamy.
  • Once the donuts are completely cooled, spread the frosting on each donut using a spatula.
  • Sprinkle some red velvet cake crumbs, decorative sprinkles, or drizzle melted white chocolate on top for an extra touch.
  • Serve with a glass of milk or a hot cup of coffee for the ultimate treat. Enjoy your homemade Red Velvet Donuts!
Keyword baked donuts, cream cheese frosting, donuts, red velvet, red velvet donuts, sweet breakfast
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