I baked this Vegan Powdered Sugar Donuts for my friend’s dinner party last weekend. The donuts stayed soft under the sugar, and my mom loved them.
Melt-in-Your-Mouth Vegan Donuts

This vegan powdered sugar donuts recipe results in light and airy donuts that are perfect for any occasion. They are quick to prepare, taking about 30 minutes from start to finish, and serve 12 small donuts or 6 larger ones.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond milk or any plant-based milk
- 1/3 cup cane sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. In another bowl, mix the almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
- Fill the Pan: Spoon the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Dust: Allow the donuts to cool for a few minutes in the pan before transferring them to a wire rack. Once cool, dust with powdered sugar and enjoy.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 small donuts
- Calories: 140kcal
- Fat: 6g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
I store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. The stay soft, and I serve the day you make them.
