Ingredients
Scale
For the Donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional, for classic donut flavor)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 3/4 cup whole milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries (chopped into small pieces)
For the Raspberry Glaze:
- 1 cup fresh or frozen raspberries
- 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk (optional, to thin the glaze if needed)
Optional Garnishes:
- Fresh raspberries
- White chocolate drizzle
- Sprinkles
- Powdered sugar
Instructions
1. Prepare the Donut Batter:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cavity donut pan with nonstick spray or butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients: all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, nutmeg (if using), granulated sugar, and brown sugar.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a spatula until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; some lumps are fine.
- Fold in the chopped raspberries gently to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
2. Fill the Donut Pan:
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. This makes it easier to fill the donut cavities evenly.
- Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. Avoid overfilling to prevent the donuts from losing their shape while baking.
3. Bake the Donuts:
- Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
4. Prepare the Raspberry Glaze:
- Place the raspberries in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the raspberries break down and release their juices.
- Strain the raspberry mixture through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl to remove the seeds, pressing with a spoon to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the seeds.
- Whisk the raspberry juice with the powdered sugar until smooth and thick. If the glaze is too thick, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to thin it to your desired consistency.
5. Glaze the Donuts:
- Dip the tops of each cooled donut into the raspberry glaze, letting any excess drip off. Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack.
- If desired, garnish with fresh raspberries, a drizzle of white chocolate, or sprinkles while the glaze is still wet. Let the glaze set for 10-15 minutes before serving.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the donuts immediately, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Enjoy with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cooling and glazing Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 15g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g