Fourth of July Inspired: Red Velvet Mini Donuts

I was so excited to make these donuts, they are perfect for any fourth of july occasion....I guarantee everyone will be in love with these! I used the recipe from VelveteenBaker in order to make these adorable donuts!

 Red Velvet Donuts:
2 C all purpose flour, sifted
3/4 c granulated sugar
2 t baking powder
1/2 t salt
3/4 c buttermilk
1 t vanilla extract
1 red food coloring
1 T natural cocoa powder
2 eggs, lightly beaten
2 T butter, melted

Preheat Oven to 425 & Spray Pans
Step #1- Sift together flour, sugar, baking powder and salt
Step #2- Add buttermilk ( I made my own by adding 1 tablespoon of vinegar in a liquid measuring jar, add milk to the vinegar until it reaches 1 cup)
Step #3- Add extract, vanilla or almond.
Step #4- Add melted Butter
Step #5- Add cocoa
Step #6- Add red food coloring

(See Pictures above)
Glaze:
2 T hot water
2 c confectioner's sugar
1 T milk
1/2 t vanilla extract

Mix Ingredients together (See pictures above)

Any Questions? Leave a comment or email me at alexadecrispino@yahoo.com