These Strawberry Iced Donuts with Blueberry Drizzle are the ultimate showstopper for your next summer get-together. Soft, fluffy, and bursting with real fruit flavor, these donuts are as delicious as they are vibrant. The blush-pink strawberry glaze and vivid blueberry drizzle bring a festive pop of color that screams red, white, and blue food ideas—perfect for patriotic desserts 4th of July or just adding a sweet touch to your summer desserts lineup. Whether you're hosting a barbecue or showing up to a party, these donuts are a crowd-pleasing addition to your fourth of July treats collection.
Strawberry Iced Donuts with Blueberry Drizzle
Prep Time 20 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 32 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Donut pan (nonstick is ideal) If you don’t have one, a muffin tin with a makeshift foil “hole” in the center works in a pinch.
Mixing bowls At least two: one for wet, one for dry ingredients.
Whisk and spatula For blending and folding without overmixing.
Blender or small food processor To purée strawberries and blueberries for the icing and drizzle.
Piping bag or zip-top bag For easily filling the donut pan.
Small saucepan To make the blueberry drizzle.
For the donuts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
For the strawberry icing
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp puréed fresh strawberries
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1-2 tsp milk if needed for consistency
For the blueberry drizzle
- 1/3 cup blueberries
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp water
- 1/4 tsp cornstarch optional, for thickening
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Lightly grease your donut pan.
Mix the dry ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
Combine the wet ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
Bring it all together
Add the wet ingredients into the dry and stir until just combined—don’t overmix or the donuts can get tough.
Fill the donut pan
Use a piping bag or spoon the batter into each cavity, filling about 3/4 full.
Bake
Pop them in the oven for 12 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool for 5 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack.
Make the strawberry icing
Blend the strawberries into a purée, then mix with powdered sugar and lemon juice. Adjust consistency with a drop of milk if needed.
Dip & swirl
Once donuts are cool, dip the tops into the icing and let set.
Make the blueberry drizzle
Simmer blueberries, sugar, lemon juice, and water over medium heat until berries burst and mixture thickens slightly. If needed, stir in a pinch of cornstarch. Strain for a smooth drizzle.
Decorate
Drizzle the blueberry syrup over the iced donuts and let everything set before serving.
Pairings
Pair these donuts with a chilled glass of strawberry lemonade or a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream for a seriously summery treat. They also look amazing on a dessert table alongside a red white and blue trifle or layered in with other 4th of July desserts for a crowd. For a savory-sweet contrast, try serving them after a grilled hot dog bar or a plate of smoky barbecue ribs. They’re a standout addition to any patriotic food spread.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen berries?
Yes! Thaw and drain them first. Frozen strawberries work well in the batter and for puréeing, while frozen blueberries are perfect for the drizzle.
2. What type of donut is this—fried or baked?
These are baked donuts, which makes them lighter and quicker to prepare.
3. Can I make these ahead of time?
Absolutely. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Wait to drizzle until just before serving for the best appearance.
4. What type of strawberries should I use?
Use fresh, ripe strawberries for both the batter and icing. The natural sweetness really shines through.
5. What’s the best blueberry for the drizzle?
Fresh or frozen wild blueberries are ideal—they pack more flavor and give a rich, deep color, making these patriotic treats pop on the dessert table.
