Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan thoroughly.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt
In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract.
1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 cup milk, 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce, 1 large egg, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Gently fold in the diced strawberries into the batter.
1 cup fresh strawberries
Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Add more milk as needed to reach your desired consistency.
1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dip the cooled Strawberry Baked Donuts into the glaze and place them back on the wire rack to allow the glaze to set.
1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons milk, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Enjoy your delicious, freshly baked Strawberry Baked Donuts!
