Fluffy Baked Vegan Donuts with Vanilla Glaze
Prep
15m
Cook
12m
Total
27m
Serves
6
Cal
280
“Indulge in the pure joy of a warm, fluffy donut, made entirely plant-based and baked to perfection!”
Indulge in the pure joy of a warm, fluffy donut, made entirely plant-based and baked to perfection! Inspired by American flavors, this easy-to-make fluffy baked vegan donuts with vanilla glaze comes together with just a handful of ingredients and yields a crowd-pleasing 6 servings. At 280 calories per serving, it's a satisfying choice that doesn't compromise on nutrition. Ready in 27 minutes (15 min prep, 12 min cook), it's proof that plant-based comfort food can be both simple and extraordinary.
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 6-cavity donut pan (or two 6-cavity pans if you have them).
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, nutmeg, and salt.
- 3
In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the plant-based milk, applesauce, melted vegan butter/coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- 4
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay!
- 5
Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan cavities, filling each about two-thirds full. If using a piping bag, snip off the end to create a hole about ½ inch wide.
- 6
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- 7
Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes before carefully transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- 8
While the donuts cool, prepare the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, plant-based milk, and vanilla extract until smooth. Adjust milk consistency as needed.
- 9
Once the donuts are completely cool, dip each donut into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off. Place them back on the wire rack to set. Enjoy!
Pro Tips
Don't skip the seasoning. Vegan comfort food shines when you're generous with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
This makes a big batch. Leftovers store well in the fridge for 3-4 days, and most components freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.
Taste as you go and adjust seasoning before serving. Plant-based dishes often benefit from a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of salt at the end.
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