Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
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 buttermilk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract.
1/2 cup buttermilk, 1 large egg, 2 tablespoons melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Gently pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix!
Fold in the chopped strawberries.
1/2 cup finely chopped fresh strawberries
Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner cut off. Then, carefully pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds 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 (or strawberry juice), and vanilla extract until smooth. Add red food coloring if desired.
1 cup powdered sugar, 2-3 tablespoons milk (or strawberry juice for extra flavor), 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract, Red food coloring (optional, for a more vibrant pink)
Dip cooled donuts into the pink glaze. Place them back on the wire rack. Sprinkle with festive sprinkles.
Sprinkles (for decoration)
Allow the glaze to set for a few minutes before serving and enjoying your homemade Valentine's Day Strawberry Donuts!
