Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of homemade cherry doughnuts, an easy and delicious treat perfect for any occasion. With a light and fluffy texture complemented by sweet maraschino cherries, these baked doughnuts are a healthier twist on traditional fried varieties. In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a batch that yields 12 servings, making them ideal for sharing at parties, brunches, or casual get-togethers. Customize your doughnuts with vibrant toppings like sprinkles or a cherry-flavored glaze for an extra festive touch. Enjoy the sweet moments with friends and family as you savor these charming baked delights!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups flour
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 15 maraschino cherries, chopped
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cherry flavoring
- 2–4 tablespoons heavy whipping cream
- Rose Pink Coloring
- Valentine Sprinkles (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and nutmeg.
- Add eggs, melted butter, vanilla extract, and milk to the dry mix; stir until smooth.
- Gently fold in chopped cherries.
- Transfer batter to a resealable bag; cut one corner and pipe into greased doughnut pan halfway.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes until golden brown; cool completely.
- Mix powdered sugar and cherry flavoring with enough cream for desired consistency; frost cooled doughnuts.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg