Description
These Strawberry Cheesecake Donuts are a decadent twist on classic baked donuts—light and fluffy with a creamy cheesecake center, dipped in a luscious strawberry glaze, and topped with fresh strawberries and white chocolate. A perfect treat for brunch, dessert, or your next sweet craving!
Ingredients
For the Donuts:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Strawberry Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons strawberry puree (or strawberry jam mixed with water)
- 1 tablespoon milk
For Topping:
- Fresh strawberries, sliced
- White chocolate shavings (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat & Prep:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan. -
Make Donut Batter:
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined—do not overmix. -
Fill the Donut Pan:
Spoon half of the batter into the donut molds. Add a small dollop of cheesecake filling (cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla mixed) in the center of each, then cover with remaining batter. -
Bake:
Bake for 12–15 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean. Cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. -
Make the Glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and milk until smooth and pourable. -
Glaze & Decorate:
Dip cooled donuts into the glaze. Garnish with fresh strawberry slices and white chocolate shavings if desired. -
Serve:
Allow glaze to set for a few minutes. Serve fresh and enjoy every creamy, berry-filled bite!
Notes
- Use a piping bag for easy filling and even batter layering.
- Store in the fridge and enjoy within 2 days for best texture.
- Strawberry glaze can be replaced with raspberry or lemon for a fun twist!
