These vegan strawberry baked donuts are soft, fluffy, and packed with real strawberry flavor in every bite. Since they’re baked instead of fried, they’re easy to make at home, and the sweet strawberry glaze on top gives them that classic bakery-style finish.

A blend of strawberry puree and optional freeze-dried strawberry powder brings a bright, fruity flavor that’s slightly tangy, naturally sweet, and light without feeling heavy.

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Ingredients for vegan strawberry baked donuts

All-purpose flour: This gives the donuts structure while keeping them soft and fluffy.

White granulated sugar: Adds sweetness and helps create a light, tender crumb.

Baking powder: Helps the donuts rise and gives them that soft bakery-style texture.

Freeze-dried strawberry powder (optional): Boosts the strawberry flavor and gives the donuts a more natural pink color and stronger berry taste.

Non-dairy milk: Adds moisture and helps bring the batter together smoothly.

Vegan salted butter, melted: Adds richness and helps create a soft, cake-like donut texture.

Applesauce: Acts as an egg replacement and keeps the donuts moist without making them dense.

Vanilla extract: Enhances the strawberry flavor and rounds out the sweetness.

Strawberry puree: This is the main flavor base and gives the donuts their fresh strawberry taste.

Ingredients for strawberry glaze

Powdered sugar: Creates the smooth, sweet base of the glaze.

Strawberry puree: Adds real strawberry flavor and a natural pink color.

Vanilla extract: Balances the sweetness and enhances the flavor.

How to make vegan strawberry baked donuts

These come together quickly and bake up soft and fluffy every time.

Preheat your oven to 350°F and lightly grease a donut pan.

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder until evenly combined. If using freeze-dried strawberry powder, mix it in here as well so it distributes evenly.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the non-dairy milk, melted vegan butter, applesauce, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree until smooth.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix the batter.

Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

Bake until the donuts are set and lightly springy to the touch.

Let them cool completely in the pan before removing.

For the glaze, whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and vanilla extract until smooth and slightly thick. Adjust with a little extra powdered sugar if it’s too thin or a splash of puree if it’s too thick.

Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set before serving.

Tips for the best strawberry donuts

Use real strawberry puree for the freshest flavor and best texture.

Don’t overmix the batter or the donuts can turn dense instead of fluffy.

Let the donuts cool fully before glazing so the topping sets properly.

Adjust glaze thickness slowly so it stays thick enough to coat the donuts nicely.

How to store vegan strawberry baked donuts

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 4–5 days. Bring to room temperature before serving for the best texture.

To freeze, let the donuts cool completely, then store in a freezer-safe bag for up to 1 month. Thaw at room temperature before eating.

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Vegan Strawberry Baked Donuts

Soft and fluffy baked vegan strawberry donuts made with real strawberry puree and topped with a sweet strawberry glaze. Light, fruity, and perfect for a simple homemade treat.

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Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 13

Total Time: 23

Servings: donuts

Equipment

donut pan

Ingredients

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¾ cup white granulated sugar
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 –2 tablespoons freeze-dried strawberry powder optional, for stronger flavor
¾ cup non-dairy milk
5 tablespoons vegan salted butter melted
2 tablespoons applesauce
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
½ cup strawberry puree

Strawberry Glaze

1 ½ cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons strawberry puree
½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F and lightly grease a donut pan.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder. If using, mix in freeze-dried strawberry powder.
In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together non-dairy milk, melted vegan butter, applesauce, vanilla extract, and strawberry puree until smooth.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spoon or pipe batter into donut pan, filling each about 3/4 full.
Bake for 10–13 minutes, or until donuts are set and lightly springy.
Let cool completely before removing from pan.
Whisk together powdered sugar, strawberry puree, and vanilla extract until smooth and thick enough to coat. Adjust consistency if needed.
Dip cooled donuts into glaze and let set before serving.