Description
Colorful Fruity Pebbles donuts bring childhood nostalgia to life with their playful crunch and sweet cereal coating. Crispy, glazed perfection awaits you in this whimsical breakfast treat that celebrates pure sugary joy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal
- 1 cup Fruity Pebbles cereal (for garnish)
Sweeteners and Seasonings:
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup confectioners sugar
Wet Ingredients and Extras:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 23 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (adjust as needed for consistency)
Instructions
- Create a vibrant donut base by whisking together dry ingredients in a mixing bowl, ensuring even distribution of flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate vessel, blend liquid components including milk, egg, melted butter, and vanilla extract until thoroughly incorporated.
- Gently fold the liquid mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring minimally to prevent overmixing. Carefully incorporate Fruity Pebbles cereal, maintaining the delicate texture.
- Delicately transfer the batter into a prepared donut pan, filling each cavity approximately two-thirds full to allow proper rising during baking.
- Position the pan in a preheated oven set at 350°F (175°C), and bake for 10-12 minutes until the donuts exhibit a springy resistance when lightly touched.
- Allow the freshly baked donuts to rest in the pan for five minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack to reach room temperature.
- Craft a zesty glaze by combining confectioners’ sugar, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and milk, whisking until achieving a smooth, glossy consistency.
- Immerse each cooled donut into the prepared icing, allowing excess to drip away, then immediately roll the glazed surface in a generous coating of Fruity Pebbles.
- Position the decorated donuts on a wire rack, permitting the icing to set and solidify, creating a vibrant, crunchy exterior.
Notes
- Swap milk alternatives like almond or oat milk for dairy-free donuts that taste just as delicious and maintain the fluffy texture.
- Reduce sugar content by using natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, which add depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
- Toast the Fruity Pebbles slightly before adding to the batter or topping to enhance their nutty, caramelized undertones and create a more intense crunch.
- Experiment with different citrus zests in the icing like orange or lime to create unique flavor variations that complement the cereal’s bright, fruity notes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg