Description
Delightful Strawberry Coffee Cake Donuts featuring a moist strawberry-flavored batter with fresh strawberries folded in, topped with a crumbly streusel and a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfectly baked for a soft, flavorful treat ideal for breakfast or dessert lovers seeking a fruity twist on classic coffee cake donuts.
Ingredients
Donut Batter
- 1 box strawberry flavored cake mix
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped (divided)
- 1 cup water
- 2 eggs
- 3 Tablespoons butter, melted
Streusel Topping
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup flour
- 3 Tablespoons butter, melted
Vanilla Glaze
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray your donut pans generously with non-stick baking spray to prevent sticking and set them aside.
- Mix Donut Batter: Using a hand or stand mixer, combine the strawberry cake mix, water, eggs, and 3 tablespoons of melted butter. Mix the ingredients until the batter is smooth and homogenous. Gently fold in 1 cup of the chopped fresh strawberries to incorporate fruit throughout the batter without overmixing.
- Make Streusel Topping: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour and brown sugar. Gradually add the remaining 3 tablespoons of melted butter, stirring to create a crumbly texture. The mixture should cling together lightly but remain crumbly enough to sprinkle.
- Assemble and Bake Donuts: Fill each donut mold about two-thirds full with the batter. Sprinkle approximately 1/2 tablespoon of the streusel topping over each filled donut. Then, add the remaining chopped strawberries on top for extra fruity flavor and texture. Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool Donuts: When baking is complete, allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes. Carefully remove the donuts using a butter knife to gently loosen the edges, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing.
- Prepare and Drizzle Glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until the glaze is smooth and free of lumps. Drizzle this vanilla glaze evenly over the cooled donuts for a sweet finishing touch. Serve and enjoy your strawberry coffee cake donuts!
Notes
- To ensure even baking, do not overfill the donut pans; fill only two-thirds full.
- Fresh strawberries can be substituted with frozen, but be sure to thaw and drain excess moisture before using.
- Allow the donuts to cool completely before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
- Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days for best freshness.
- For extra crunch, add chopped nuts to the streusel topping.
