These baked funfetti donuts have a moist, cake light texture, lots of real vanilla flavor, and TONS of rainbow sprinkles, they're sure to be the star of any birthday celebration!
Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray donut pan with non-stick spray and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter and sugar until smooth. Add in the eggs and vanilla bean paste and whisk until fully incorporated.
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
Mix half of the dry ingredients into the egg mixture, then add in the milk. Once incorporated, add in the remaining dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
Then gently fold in the rainbow sprinkles.
Transfer the batter to a piping bag, then cut of the tip and pipe into the donut pan, filling about halfway. You can also just spoon the batter into the pan if desired.
Bake at 350°F for 10-11 minutes or until a cake tester comes out clean. Invert the donut pan on a cooling rack, and the donuts should slide right out!
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, melted butter, and vanilla. Slowly mix in the milk until your desired consistency is reached. The glaze should be thick but still pourable.
If desired, remove half the glaze and add in a couple drops of pink food coloring.
Dip the donuts into the glaze and place back on the cooling rack so the excess can drip off. The donuts are easy to glaze if they are cool, but they taste amazing when they're warm, so it's up to you!
Sprinkle with the rainbow sprinkles immediately after glazing, so that they stick.
Notes
These donuts are best eaten the same day, but will keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.