Description
Indulgent red velvet donuts elevate classic Southern comfort into a delightful dessert experience. Rich cocoa notes and velvety texture invite you to savor each luxurious bite of these irresistible treats.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet and Flavoring Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon red food coloring
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Cream Cheese Glaze Ingredients:
- 4 ounces (113 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Prepare oven to 350F (175C) and coat donut pan with light grease for optimal non-stick surface.
- Combine all dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, whisking thoroughly to ensure even distribution of cocoa powder, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, blend wet ingredients including sugar, egg, buttermilk, melted butter, vanilla extract, and red food coloring until smooth, then incorporate vinegar for additional texture.
- Gently fold wet mixture into dry ingredients, stirring minimally to maintain delicate donut texture and prevent toughness.
- Transfer batter into donut molds, carefully filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full to allow proper rising during baking.
- Place pan in preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes, checking doneness with a toothpick that should emerge clean when inserted.
- Allow donuts to rest in pan for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to wire cooling rack to reach room temperature.
- Create cream cheese glaze by whisking softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, vanilla extract, and salt until achieving a silky, pourable consistency.
- Once donuts are completely cooled, dip or drizzle with prepared glaze, ensuring even coverage for maximum flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Ensure precise measurements for consistent texture and rise, as baking requires accuracy.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to maintain a tender, light donut crumb that melts in your mouth.
- Substitute natural food coloring like beetroot powder for a healthier red velvet alternative.
- Experiment with gluten-free flour blend for those with wheat sensitivities without compromising taste.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg