These vegan donuts are so soft, fluffy and moist! They have the most perfect texture and smooth glaze. These donuts take less than 30 minutes to make. Ideal for a fun breakfast, brunch and dessert. Children and adults love them!
These vegan donuts are soft, fluffy, moist, and perfectly sweet! They take less than 30 minutes from start to finish. The two-ingredient glaze is smooth, creamy, and delicious. These donuts taste just like classic baked donuts!
Why you will love this recipe
- These vegan donuts are super easy to make!
- This easy recipe can be prepared in under 30 minutes.
- The donut batter does not need to be refrigerated.
- These donuts are made without yeast.
- You don’t have to fry them! They are a healthier alternative to regular donuts.
- If desired, roll them in cinnamon sugar instead of frosting.
- This is so much fun for kids! Serve them at birthday parties, weekend brunches, celebrations and more.
- They can be made with gluten free flour.
- This recipe is vegan, egg-free, and dairy-free.
- Use nut-free milk to make this recipe nut-free.
- Check out these Almond Milk Pancakes for another breakfast favorite!
ingredients you need
Check out the vegan donuts recipe card at the end of the post for all the details on these simple ingredients.
Feel free to use all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour. Both work fine. Do not use alternative flour.
Granulated sugar provides sweetness. I have not tried this recipe with coconut sugar or a keto sweetener.
Both baking powder and baking soda will help the donuts rise.
Add a pinch of sea salt to balance out the sweetness.
Almond milk will help thin the batter. Use unsweetened milk. Feel free to use cashew milk, oat milk, coconut milk, or any other vegan milk.
Unsweetened applesauce replaces the need for eggs. In addition, it provides moisture and natural sweetness.
Melted coconut oil moisturizes. If desired, you can also use vegan butter.
Vanilla extract gives these vegan donuts a pleasant taste.
Make the icing from powdered sugar and vegan milk. If it’s too thick, add more milk. If it’s too thin, add more powdered sugar.
How to do
Step 1
First, preheat your oven to 175 degrees Celsius. Generously grease a donut mold with nonstick spray.
step 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
step 3
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla.
step 4
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is well mixed.
step 5
Place the donut batter in a piping bag or resealable plastic bag and cut off the corner. Pour the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each cavity about ⅔.
step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
step 7
Take the donuts out of the oven. Let them cool down for a few minutes. Then turn the pan over and let the donuts cool on a wire rack.
step 8
While the donuts are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, cream together the powdered sugar and almond milk.
step 9
Once the vegan donuts have completely cooled, dip the top of each donut in the glaze. Drain excess glaze.
step 10
Finally, let the glaze harden. Surcharge!
Best Tips
For best results, prepare this vegan donut recipe exactly as directed.
Use enough non-stick spray to generously grease the donut mold.
Use any type of non-dairy milk.
The batter will be quite thick. It’s not runny like cake batter.
Use a piping bag to fill the batter into the greased mold.
Fill each cavity about ⅔ full.
Allow the donuts to cool completely before adding the glaze.
Whisk together the powdered sugar and milk to make the glaze. If it’s too thick, add a little more milk. If it’s too thin, add a little more powdered sugar.
frequently asked Questions
Krispy Kreme offers vegan options in the UK but not in the United States.
Dunkin’ does not currently make vegan donuts.
Donuts are not usually vegan. They often contain eggs and butter.
Secure! Just use gluten free 1 to 1 flour. I’ve tested them with King Arthur Flour and Bob’s Red Mill gluten-free flour with great results.
No. You can also keep them plain or roll them in cinnamon sugar.
portion
Place the vegan donuts on a serving platter or individual plates.
If the donuts already have the frosting on them, they’re ready to enjoy right away.
If the icing is provided as a side, guests can drizzle it over the donuts if they like.
For a complete breakfast offering, serve them alongside oatmeal muffins, air fryer fries, and vegan banana bread.
storage
- If you plan to serve the vegan donuts within a few hours, keep them in a covered container at room temperature to keep them fresh.
- For long-term storage, make sure the donuts are completely cool. Condensation can form on warm donuts, making them mushy. Place the donuts in an airtight container, with parchment paper or wax paper between layers to prevent sticking. Then store the container in a cool, dry place, such as B. in a pantry or cupboard away from direct sunlight and heat sources.
- Store at room temperature for up to 24 hours due to icing. Then store in the fridge.
- Allow the donuts to come to room temperature in the refrigerator before serving again for the best texture and flavor.
- Do not freeze the donuts.
Vegan donuts usually taste best when they are fresh. Therefore, try to consume them within a day or two for maximum enjoyment.
Equipment needed
Pyrex 3 glass mixing bowls: These are great mixing bowls for your kitchen.
Pyrex glass measuring cup: Measure out all the ingredients in these cups.
whisk: Mix the dry ingredients together.
donut pan: This is my favorite donut shape to bake! I have used it many times.
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Vegan donuts
These vegan donuts are soft, fluffy, moist, and perfectly sweet! They take less than 30 minutes from start to finish. The two-ingredient glaze is smooth, creamy, and delicious. These donuts taste just like classic baked donuts!
Ingredients
glaze
- 1 Cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk
instructions
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First, preheat your oven to 175 degrees Celsius. Generously grease a donut mold with nonstick spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, applesauce, melted coconut oil, and vanilla.
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Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is well mixed.
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Place the donut batter in a piping bag or resealable plastic bag and cut off the corner. Pour the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each cavity about ⅔.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
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Take the donuts out of the oven. Let them cool down for a few minutes. Then turn the pan over and let the donuts cool on a wire rack.
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While the donuts are cooling, prepare the glaze. In a small bowl, cream together the powdered sugar and almond milk.
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Once the donuts are completely cool, dip the top of each donut in the glaze. Drain excess glaze.
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Finally, let the glaze harden. Surcharge!
(See the post above for instructional photos and other helpful information about this recipe.)
Remarks
- Both all-purpose flour and 1:1 gluten-free flour work well.
- Don’t mix the donut batter too much. It should be easy to combine.
- Use a piping bag or ziplock bag with the corner cut off to pipe the batter into the mold.
- Grease the donut mold well to prevent sticking.
- Don’t bake too long. As soon as a toothpick inserted into it comes out clean, remove it from the oven.
- Do not add the glaze until the donuts have completely cooled.
- Store at room temperature for up to 24 hours.
- Store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nourishment
Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 36G | Protein: 2G | Fat: 3G | Saturated Fatty Acids: 2G | Fiber: 1G
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