Dairy-Free Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Indulge in the irresistible charm of Dairy-Free Cinnamon Sugar Donuts, a vegan-friendly treat that's delightfully soft, perfectly spiced, and coated in a shimmering cinnamon sugar topping. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, almond milk, and unsweetened applesauce, this easy recipe eliminates dairy without sacrificing flavor or texture. Baked instead of fried, these donuts are ready in just 25 minutes and offer a healthier twist on the traditional favorite. Ideal for breakfast, snack time, or a sweet brunch addition, they’re perfect for anyone craving a classic dessert experience with a plant-based flair. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these donuts promise to wow your taste buds with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup almond milk
- 0.25 cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup additional granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons additional ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with a bit of vegetable oil or non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, and salt.
In another bowl, mix together 0.75 cups of granulated sugar, applesauce, almond milk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Avoid overmixing, as this can make the donuts tough.
Spoon or pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into one comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
While the donuts are cooling, mix the additional 0.5 cups of granulated sugar and 2 teaspoons of ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
Once the donuts are slightly cooled but still warm, gently brush them with a bit of additional vegetable oil (or melted dairy-free butter) and dip each one into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Serve the donuts warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious dairy-free cinnamon sugar donuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2437 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.3 g | 72% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.0 g | 40% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 33.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2155 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 467.1 g | 170% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 271.3 g | ||
| Protein | 26.0 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.0 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 313 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 431 mg | 9% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
