You’ll love the fruity flavor of these sweet Fruity Pebble Donuts topped with a generous sprinkle of crunchy Fruity Pebbles cereal.
Wake up to a burst of color and flavor with Fruity Pebble Donuts! These aren’t your average donuts; they’re a fun, vibrant twist on a classic breakfast favorite.
Imagine fluffy cake-like donuts baked to perfection, infused with your favorite cereal – Fruity Pebbles, and then topped with a sweet, strawberry-flavored glaze. Each bite is a delightful mix of soft donuts, crunchy cereal, and fruity flavors, making these donuts the perfect treat to brighten any morning or add a pop of color to your St Patrick’s Day dessert spread!
Fruity Pebble Donuts are a super fun way to have breakfast. Whether you’re looking to shake up your morning routine, add a splash of color to your dessert table, or simply enjoy a delicious treat, these donuts are sure to deliver.
With their soft, fluffy texture, fruity flavors, and eye-catching appearance, Fruity Pebble Donuts are a surefire way to bring smiles and a little bit of magic to your day.
Dive into the delicious world of homemade donuts and make your mornings, or any time of day, a bit sweeter.
Common Questions About Fruity Pebble Donuts
Can I make these donuts without a donut pan?
For the best shape, a donut pan is recommended. However, you can use a muffin tin as an alternative, just be sure to mold aluminum foil into small cylinders to create a hole in the center of each muffin cup. It’s a fun little trick that will get you mini donuts!
What if I don’t have buttermilk?
You can easily make a substitute for buttermilk by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to a cup of whole milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes before use.
Can I make these donuts ahead of time?
Yes, you can bake these delicious treats the night before and add the glaze and cereal topping the next morning to keep them fresh and crispy.
Storage
Making homemade donuts is one my favorite things. I always say that homemade tastes better and it is definitely true here! These cereal desserts for breakfast are amazing.
Refrigerator
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer
Freeze unglazed donuts in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw and add glaze before serving.
Tips
Don’t forget the cooling rack! It really helps to keep the donuts from getting soggy after you cook them. Little things like this often make a big difference in baking.
- Soak the Fruity Pebbles in buttermilk before mixing to soften the cereal for a uniform texture throughout the donut.
- Use a piping bag to easily fill the donut pan cavities without making a mess.
- Tap the donut pan on the counter before baking to remove air bubbles for an even rise.
- Apply the glaze while the donuts are slightly warm so it sets nicely, then immediately top with additional Fruity Pebbles for the cereal to stick.
Ingredients
You’re going to love this fruity-flavored breakfast treat. Make sure you get the kids involved. This is one baking experience that they won’t want to miss.
- Fruity Pebbles cereal
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Baking soda
- Salted butter
- Granulated sugar
- Large egg
- Plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- Canola or vegetable oil
- Vanilla extract
- Confectioner’s sugar
- Milk
- Strawberry extract
- Pink gel food dye
How to Make Fruity Pebble Donuts
The donut is great all by itself. Once you add the glaze and fruity pebbles, though? Pure perfection on a plate! Ha!
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease your donut pan. Set aside.
- Place 1 cup of fruity pebbles and the buttermilk in a large mixing bowl. Give a slight stir and set aside.
- Combine all dry ingredients for the donuts (flour, baking powder, and baking soda). Mix.
- Lightly whisk the egg before adding it to the bowl with the cereal and buttermilk in it.
- Add the oil, vanilla, Greek yogurt, and melted butter to the bowl as well. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Add the flour mixture to the buttermilk mixture, a bit at a time, and stir it in until thoroughly combined.
- Fill each cavity of the prepared pan about 3⁄4 of the way full. I prefer to use a piping bag with a Wilton 2A tip, but anything similar, or even just a spoon scooping it in, will work.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until the tops of the donuts spring back when gently pressed.
- Do not remove the donuts from the pan. Just set the donut pan on a wire rack to cool for about 15-20 minutes or until cool.
Glaze
- While the donuts are cooling, mix all the ingredients for the glaze, except the cereal, and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Gently remove the donuts from the pan and dip the tops of the donuts in the prepared glaze, before placing them glaze-side up on a piece of parchment paper.
- Lightly crush the remaining 1 cup of fruity pebbles and sprinkle in a diagonal direction across the corners of each donut.
Kitchen Supplies You’ll Need for Fruity Pebble Donuts
A little nonstick spray couldn’t hurt here. The last thing you want is to have your beautiful donuts stick to the pan when you try and pull them out!
- 6-hole regular-sized donut pan
- Large and medium mixing bowls
- Frosting bag (optional)
- Wilton 2A frosting tip (optional)
- Wire rack
- Piece of parchment paper for cooling
What to Serve With Fruity Pebble Donuts
Milk and delicious donuts is a classic for a reason. It’s just plain tasty. In this case, it fits even better! Cereal donuts with milk. Beautiful!
- A big glass of cold milk or a hot cup of coffee
- Fresh fruit to balance the sweetness
- Vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert
Why You Should Make Fruity Pebble Donuts
What kid wouldn’t be super excited when you told them they were about to have colorful fruity pebble donuts? It’s a no-brainer. Am I right?
- They’re a fun and colorful way to start the day or celebrate any special occasion.
- Perfect for involving kids in the kitchen, as they’ll love adding the cereal and glaze.
- A great addition to any breakfast or brunch spread, sure to impress guests.
- Fruity Pebble Donuts are a delicious twist on traditional donuts, offering both a new flavor and a vibrant presentation.
Variations and Add-Ins for Fruity Pebble Donuts
Let me know in the comments if you experimented at all with these. An easy way to change things up would be to simply swap out the cereal!
- Mix in a handful of Fruity Pebbles into the batter for extra crunch and color.
- Try different cereal milk glazes, like cocoa for chocolate lovers or lemon for a tart twist.
- Add food coloring to the vanilla glaze for even more colorful fun.
- Experiment with other cereal toppings, like Oreo pieces for a cookies and cream version.
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Fruity Pebble Donuts
Ingredients
Donuts
- 1 cup fruity pebbles cereal
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1⅔ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- 4 tablespoons butter salted, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons canola oil or vegetable oil
- ½ tablespoon vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1½ cups confectioner’s sugar
- 3 tablespoons milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon strawberry extract
- 3 drops pink gel food dye
- 1 cup fruity pebbles cereal garnish
Instructions
Donuts
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease your donut pan. Set aside.
- Place 1 cup of fruity pebbles and the buttermilk in a large mixing bowl. Give a slight stir and set aside.
- Combine all dry ingredients for the donuts (flour, baking powder, and baking soda). Mix.
- Lightly whisk the egg before adding it to the bowl with the cereal and buttermilk in it.
- Add the oil, vanilla, Greek yogurt, and melted butter to the bowl as well. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
- Add the flour mixture to the buttermilk mixture, a bit at a time, and stir it in until thoroughly combined.
- Fill each cavity of the prepared pan about 3⁄4 of the way full. I prefer to use a piping bag with a Wilton 2A tip, but anything similar, or even just a spoon scooping it in, will work.
- Bake for 10 minutes or until the tops of the donuts spring back when gently pressed.
- Do not remove the donuts from the pan. Just set the donut pan on a wire rack to cool for about 15-20 minutes or until cool.
Glaze
- While the donuts are cooling, mix all the ingredients for the glaze, except the cereal, and stir until thoroughly combined.
- Gently remove the donuts from the pan and dip the tops of the donuts in the prepared glaze, before placing them glaze-side up on a piece of parchment paper.
- Lightly crush the remaining 1 cup of fruity pebbles and sprinkle in a diagonal direction across the corners of each donut.
Notes
Equipment
- 6-hole regular-sized donut pan
- Frosting Bag (optional)
- Wilton 2a frosting tip (optional)
Nutrition
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