Sunday, February 12, 2012

Weekend Baking - Red Velvet Heart-Shaped Donuts

I think my mom was hinting at something when she got me a heart-shaped donut pan for Valentine's Day. Last time I attempted to make these red velvet donuts, well....they didn't look so red. It was a failed baking attempt that stung especially hard because of my intense love for anything red velvet. So, as a result of the not-so-subtle gift from my mom, I gave it another try this weekend in between studying. We are pretty sure the red didn't work because I used low-fat buttermilk instead of regular. That's what I get for trying to be healthy...
I'm pretty proud that I finally achieved red velvet success. It was the perfect Valentine treat and great study fuel along with a cup of tea. I think I'll have one right now as I get ready for a big test in the morning. Ugh. However, there is the possibility of a "wintry mix" this evening. Am I too old to pray for a snow day?? ;)

How was your weekend? Bake/make/create anything fun?

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26 comments:

  1. They look absolutely delicious! I pray for snow days every day! I don't think you're ever too old.

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  2. *Gasp* I made heart-shaped donuts this weekend too!! Not red velvet, though: http://worksofanselm.blogspot.com/2012/02/jolly-old-st-valentine.html. That's too cool!!

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    1. How cool is that? Your donuts look scrumptious!! :)

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    2. Thanks, yours too!! I'm definitely trying some red velvet ones next time.

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  3. Oh, those look so good. I have now made plans to bake something on Tuesday in my boyfriend's toaster oven (ah, dorm life)...probably not donuts, but I hope they come out half as good as yours look.

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  4. Those look delicious! I am going to feature one of these photos on my blog tomorrow. I will link to this post :)

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  5. Mmm, they look brilliant. Glad it worked out for you this time :) xx

    annieshomemadeheaven.blogspot.com

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  6. These look delish and beautiful! Good luck with your test!

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  7. Lovely donuts. No, you are not too old to pray for snow. As a teacher, we have 60 year olds praying for snow in my school.

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  9. the least i can do this valentine's is eat some red velvet confection! looks so good.
    learned how to tunisian crochet and cable knit! pretty big for me

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    1. Ooh tunisian crochet? That's awesome! I really want try that technique soon!

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    2. You should, I thought it was pretty simple to learn. Gets kind of tough (but that's the point of the fabric) and need a really long hook usually. Or short works too, I made a bracelet. haha

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  10. soooo cute! and red velvet is the best, i bet they are delicious! xo

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  11. I'm sure you will do GREAT on your test! Good luck, lady!

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  13. They look so perfect! My stomach is growling just looking at the photos!

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  15. They look so cute, making me hungry! Do NOT pray for snow, it's a nightmare, especially in the city!! Although it gives me a great excuse to just stay in and knit :)

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  16. I now have a use for my heart shaped tins! I've never baked anything red velvet before, so we'll see how that goes :)

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  17. I've tagged you sweet girl! Join in on the fun if you'd like to, or just enjoy seeing what I've written from my turn of being tagged. - Jenny {here's the link} http://pulchritudefest.blogspot.com/2012/02/random-things-about-yours-truly.html

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  18. These look incredibly delicious! What a lovely treat!

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  20. this is so cute and they look so tasty!! I love all your inspirational posts!

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  21. So cute. This is the perfect Valentine. :9

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