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Gluten-free strawberry buttercream donut topped with fluffy homemade strawberry frosting on a black serving plate.

Strawberry Buttercream Donuts

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  • Author: Caitlin
  • Total Time: 38 minutes
  • Yield: 9 donuts 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

Soft gluten-free baked strawberry donuts made with fresh strawberries and topped with a fluffy strawberry buttercream frosting. Perfect for brunch, celebrations, and spring baking.

Ingredients

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Donuts

  • 1 1/2 cups gluten-free baking flour
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup strawberry puree (about 5 – 6 ounces of fresh strawberries)
  • 1 cup finely diced strawberries

Buttercream Frosting

  • 11 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 2 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 – 4 tablespoons strawberry puree
  • 1 tablespoon water, if needed
  • pinch of sea salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Pan. Preheat your oven to 350℉. Lightly grease a donut pan and set aside. This recipe makes 9 donuts.
  2. Make the Strawberry Puree. Wash and hull about 4 – 5 ounces of fresh strawberries. Toss them into a blender or food processor and pulse until completely smooth.
  3. Mix the Dry Ingredients. In a large bowl, whisk together : gluten-free flour, granulated sugar, baking soda, baking powder, and sea salt.
  4. Make the Batter. In the same bowl, add : egg, melted butter, vanilla extract, apple cider vinegar, and strawberry puree. Mix until just combined. Fold in 1 cup of finely diced strawberries. Avoid over-mixing to keep the donuts tender.
  5. Fill the Pan. Transfer batter to a piping bag. Pipe into donut cavities until approximately 3/4 full.
  6. Bake. Bake for 15 – 18 minutes. The donuts are done when the tops spring back lightly when touched and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool Completely. Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack and cool completely before frosting.
  8. Make the Strawberry Buttercream. Beat 11 tablespoons of softened butter until light and fluffy. Gradually add 2 cups of powdered sugar. Mix in 2 – 4 tablespoons of strawberry puree along with a pinch of salt. Continue whipping until smooth and fluffy. Transfer buttercream to a piping bag and pipe onto cooled donuts, or simply spread with a knife.

Equipment

Notes

  • Cool completely before frosting
  • Fresh strawberries provide the best results.
  • For stronger strawberry flavor, add freeze-dried strawberry powder to the buttercream.
  • Store refrigerated due to the fresh fruit frosting.

Nutrition information is an estimate and will vary based on exact ingredients and portion size. 

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 345
  • Sugar: 30 g
  • Fat: 19 g
  • Carbohydrates: 44 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 3 g

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