Vegan Baked Vanilla Donuts
These vegan baked vanilla donuts are a soft, fluffy, and flavorful treat that’s completely dairy-free and egg-free. Made with simple ingredients like applesauce, non-dairy milk, and a hint of cinnamon, these donuts are easy to prepare. Topped with a sweet vanilla glaze, they’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or any occasion. Customizable and healthier than fried donuts
Equipment
- donut mold
Ingredients
Donuts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup non-dairy milk (I used oat milk)
- 1/2 cup pure cane sugar (I used Florida Crystals)
- 1 tbsp vegan butter (I used plant crock)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened apple sauce
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Toppings
- 2 1/2 tbsp vegan butter
- 1 cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp food coloring (optional)
Instructions
Donuts
- Set the oven to 350°F to preheat.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon together until fully blended.
- Pour in the milk, melted butter, apple sauce, and vanilla extract, then whisk until the mixture is smooth.
- Lightly coat the donut mold with non-stick spray.
- Spoon the batter into the donut mold, filling each about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 8-10 minutes, or until an inserted toothpick comes out clean.
Icing
- While the donuts bake, prepare the icing using the ingredients from the topping list.
- Microwave the butter until it is fully melted.
- In a small to medium bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and food coloring. Whisk until smooth. If the icing is too thick, add a small amount of water or milk to reach the desired consistency.
- Allow the donuts to cool for about 15 minutes once they are done baking.
- Dip each donut into the icing, then gently let the excess drip off.
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