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RED VELVET DONUTS RECIPE

Red Velvet Cake Donuts
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Red Velvet Cake Donuts: Dreams, velvet, cake.

Ingredients

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  • 360 grams all-purpose flour
  • 200 grams granulated sugar
  • 20 grams unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 10 grams baking soda
  • 5 grams salt
  • 240 ml buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 113 grams unsalted butter, melted
  • 10 ml vanilla extract
  • 15 ml red food coloring
  • 10 ml white vinegar
  • vegetable oil (for frying, if applicable)

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) or prepare oil for frying to 350-375°F (175-190°C). Grease donut pans thoroughly.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt.
  • In a separate medium bowl, combine buttermilk, large egg, melted unsalted butter, vanilla extract, red food coloring, and white vinegar. Whisk until vibrant and uniform.
  • Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, mixing with a spoon or spatula until just combined. Do not overmix. Batter should be thick and smooth.
  • For baking, pipe batter into prepared donut molds, filling each about half to two-thirds full. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until springy and a wooden skewer comes out clean.
  • For frying, carefully drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Let baked donuts cool in pans for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. For fried donuts, drain on paper towels, then transfer to a clean wire rack to cool.
  • To make cream cheese glaze: In a medium bowl, beat softened cream cheese and softened unsalted butter until light and smooth.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
  • Add milk or heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until desired pourable consistency is reached.
  • Once donuts are completely cool, dip the top of each donut into the glaze, twisting slightly for even coating. Allow excess glaze to drip off.
  • Place glazed donuts on a wire rack over a baking sheet and let the glaze set for 15-20 minutes.

Notes

Prepare to fall head over heels for these absolutely irresistible Red Velvet Cake Donuts! Imagine a donut that perfectly captures the iconic flavor and moist, tender crumb of a classic red velvet cake, but in a handheld, delightfully fried (or baked!) form. Each bite delivers a symphony of subtly chocolatey, vanilla-kissed goodness with that signature hint of tang that makes red velvet so unique. Topped with a luscious, creamy cream cheese glaze, these donuts are a true showstopper, offering a gourmet bakery experience right in your own kitchen.

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