Description

These Baked Funfetti Donuts are a fun, colorful, and delicious treat that’s perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or anytime you want something sweet without the mess of frying. Light and fluffy with a vanilla glaze and rainbow sprinkles, they’re baked to perfection and ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

125g all-purpose flour
100g granulated sugar
1 tsp (4g) baking powder
1/4 tsp (1g) baking soda
1/4 tsp (1g) salt
120ml buttermilk (or 120ml milk + 1 tsp lemon juice)
1 large egg (approx. 50g)
30g unsalted butter, melted
1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
40g rainbow sprinkles

For the Vanilla Glaze:

120g powdered sugar
1-2 tbsp (15-30ml) milk, as needed
1/2 tsp (2.5ml) vanilla extract
Extra sprinkles, for topping

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a donut pan well.
Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
Combine: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Do not overmix.
Add sprinkles: Gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
Fill the pan: Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake: Bake for 10–12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool: Let donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the glaze: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk (start with 1 tbsp), and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust consistency as needed.
Decorate: Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and top with extra sprinkles. Let set for 5–10 minutes.

Notes

Avoid overmixing to keep donuts tender.
Use gel food coloring for extra vibrant glaze if desired.
Donuts are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.