Why You’ll Love These Donuts
Bring joy to your mornings with these colorful sprinkle donuts! Soft, fluffy, and topped with a delightful vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for family breakfasts or celebrations. Each donut contains around 250 calories, making them a fun, shareable treat that satisfies your sweet tooth. Plus, baking instead of frying makes them a slightly healthier option.
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Colorful Donuts Recipe Details
- Serves: 12 donuts
- Preparation Time: 15 minutes
- Cooking Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or plant-based)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Rainbow sprinkles for decoration
How to Make Rainbow Sprinkle Donuts
Preparing the Donuts
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, mix milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients until the batter is smooth.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
Baking the Donuts
- Bake for 8-10 minutes or until the donuts are golden and spring back when touched.
- Allow the donuts to cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Decorating the Donuts
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Dip each donut into the glaze, then sprinkle generously with rainbow sprinkles while the glaze is still wet.
- Let the glaze set for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Tips for Perfect Donuts
- Use a piping bag to fill the donut pan for an even and tidy batter distribution.
- Avoid overmixing the batter to keep the donuts light and airy.
- For more flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
Feel free to add or remove ingredients according to your taste.
