Description
Delight in these light and fluffy Vegan Baked Vanilla Donuts, a perfect dairy-free and egg-free treat that’s easy to make at home. With a tender crumb and a sweet vanilla glaze, these baked donuts offer a healthier alternative to traditional fried versions, ideal for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
For the Batter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup pure cane sugar
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup non-dairy milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened apple sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Topping
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 2 ½ tablespoons vegan butter, melted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the donuts to golden perfection.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, pure cane sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the non-dairy milk, melted vegan butter, unsweetened apple sauce, and vanilla extract into the dry mixture. Whisk everything together until you achieve a smooth, consistent batter without lumps.
- Prepare Donut Mold: Spray your donut mold generously with non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Carefully divide the batter into the mold, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake the Donuts: Place the filled mold in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean, indicating they are fully baked.
- Make the Icing: While the donuts bake, melt the vegan butter in the microwave. In a bowl, mix the confectioners’ sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and optional food coloring. Whisk until smooth; add a small amount of water or non-dairy milk if the icing appears too thick.
- Cool Donuts: Remove the donuts from the oven and allow them to cool in the mold for about 15 minutes, making them easier to handle for glazing.
- Glaze the Donuts: Dip each cooled donut into the prepared icing, letting the excess drip back into the bowl to avoid gloppy coating.
- Serve: Place the glazed donuts on a rack or plate and enjoy your homemade vegan baked vanilla donuts fresh and delicious!
Notes
- Ensure your vegan butter is fully melted for a smooth batter and icing.
- You can substitute apple sauce with mashed banana for a different flavor.
- Use a toothpick test to avoid overbaking, which can dry out the donuts.
- The optional food coloring can be omitted or adjusted to your preferred shade.
- For best results, consume donuts the same day of baking as the glaze is best fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
