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Doughnut Valentines

Delicious Doughnut Valentines: Easy Sweetheart Treats to Bake

Bake delightful Doughnut Valentines for Valentine's Day, offering variations for everyone.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 12 doughnuts
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Doughnuts
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Substitute with gluten-free flour for a gluten-free option.
  • ¾ cup Granulated Sugar Can be replaced with natural sweeteners.
  • 2 tablespoon Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent.
  • ¼ teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Infuses warmth and spice.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 cup Milk Substitute with almond milk for dairy-free.
  • ¼ cup Vegetable Oil Keeps the doughnuts tender.
  • 2 large Eggs Substitute with flaxseed meal for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Adds depth to flavor.
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar Sweetens the glaze.
  • 2-4 tablespoon Milk for Glaze Use almond or coconut milk for a dairy-free version.

Equipment

  • Doughnut pan
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • piping bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the doughnut pan.
  2. Whisk together the dry ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  3. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients until smooth.
  4. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined.
  5. Fill each cavity of the doughnut pan about two-thirds full with batter.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes until lightly golden and springy.
  7. Cool the doughnuts in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
  8. Prepare the glaze by mixing powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
  9. Dip the tops of cooled doughnuts into the glaze and allow excess to drip off.
  10. Let the glazed doughnuts sit for 10-15 minutes to set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1doughnutCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Measure ingredients accurately and avoid overmixing for best results. Experiment with glazes and toppings for unique treats.

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