Cream Soda Birthday Cake Donuts (Print)
Fluffy donuts with cream soda and colorful glaze, ideal for joyful gatherings or a nostalgic sweet snack.
# Ingredients:
→ Donut Batter
01 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
04 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 2/3 cup cream soda (not diet)
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk
08 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
→ Birthday Cake Glaze
11 - 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
12 - 2–3 tablespoons cream soda
13 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
14 - 2 tablespoons rainbow sprinkles, plus more for garnish
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 12-cavity donut pan with butter or nonstick spray.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until evenly blended.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend cream soda, whole milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
04 - Gently fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing to preserve donut tenderness.
05 - Transfer batter to a piping bag or large zip-top bag. Pipe the mixture evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
06 - Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until donuts spring back lightly when touched and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
07 - Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then transfer carefully to a wire rack and let cool completely.
08 - Whisk powdered sugar with cream soda, adding 1 tablespoon at a time until the glaze is thick yet pourable. Stir in vanilla extract and rainbow sprinkles.
09 - Dip the tops of cooled donuts into the glaze, letting excess drip off. Immediately garnish with extra sprinkles.
10 - Leave glazed donuts at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes to allow glaze to set before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Simple to prepare and ideal for beginner bakers
- Classic party flavors in a soft, baked donut form
02 -
- Use classic (not diet) cream soda for optimal flavor and texture
- Some brands of rainbow sprinkles may contain soy or nuts, so check for allergens if needed
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- For a stronger cream soda flavor, add 1/4 tsp cream soda extract to both the batter and glaze if available
- Donuts can be made one day ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature for freshness