I made this Vegan Vanilla Bean Donuts for my dad’s holiday dinner last month. The vanilla icing stayed creamy on top, and my sister liked them.
Delicious Vegan Dessert Donuts
This recipe results in soft, airy donuts infused with real vanilla bean for an authentic flavor. They are baked instead of fried, making them a healthier alternative while still being incredibly satisfying. The creamy icing adds the perfect finishing touch.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup almond milk or other plant-based milk
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 vanilla bean (seeds scraped)
- 1 cup powdered sugar for icing
- 2-3 tablespoons almond milk for icing
- Sprinkles for decoration (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the almond milk, applesauce, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean seeds until well combined.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Fill Donut Pan: Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
- Prepare Icing: In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and almond milk until smooth and desired consistency is reached.
- Ice the Donuts: Once the donuts are cool, dip the tops into the icing and decorate with sprinkles if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 donuts
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
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.
