Description

These Baked Red Velvet Donuts are soft, tender, and beautifully vibrant with that classic red velvet flavor everyone loves. Lightly cocoa-infused and baked to perfection, they deliver a moist, cake-like texture without frying. Finished with a simple vanilla glaze, these donuts are perfect for holidays, celebrations, or anytime you want an eye-catching dessert that’s easy to make.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon red food coloring

Glaze

1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
Whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, mix sugar, eggs, oil, buttermilk, vanilla, and red food coloring.
Gently fold dry ingredients into wet ingredients until just combined.
Pipe batter into donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
Bake for 10–12 minutes, until donuts spring back when touched.
Cool briefly, then transfer to a wire rack.
Whisk glaze ingredients and dip cooled donuts. Let set before serving.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep donuts light and tender.
Allow donuts to cool fully before glazing.
Decorate with sprinkles for holidays or special occasions.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut
Calories: 260
Sugar: 22g
Sodium: 190mg
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 40mg

Keywords: Baked Red Velvet Donuts, Red Velvet Donut Recipe, Baked Donuts, Valentine Desserts, Red Velvet Baking