Gluten-Free Glazed Donuts with Sprinkles
Light, fluffy, and absolutely irresistible, these Gluten-Free Glazed Donuts with Sprinkles are the ultimate treat to brighten any day. Perfectly baked—not fried—and made with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour, unsweetened applesauce, and buttermilk, these donuts are tender on the inside with a golden exterior. The smooth vanilla glaze adds a luxurious sweetness that’s beautifully complemented by a festive sprinkle topping, making them a joy to both eat and serve. Ready in under 40 minutes, these donuts are ideal for gluten-free beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Whether it’s for celebrations, brunch, or a casual snack, these donuts deliver indulgent bakery-style flavor with a homemade twist. Don't miss out on this crowd-pleasing gluten-free dessert that’s as vibrant as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cups Buttermilk
- 4 tablespoons Butter
- 1 cup Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Milk
- 0.25 cups Gluten-free sprinkles
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and granulated sugar.
In another bowl, combine the applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all the wet ingredients are well-combined.
Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. Add the butter and buttermilk to the wet ingredients mixture and mix until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and gently mix just until combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes until the donuts are light golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
For the glaze, in a small bowl, mix the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency if needed by adding a bit more milk or powdered sugar.
Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off. Place back on the wire rack.
Immediately after glazing, top each donut with the gluten-free sprinkles before the glaze sets.
Allow the glaze to harden slightly for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2443 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.4 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.7 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 520 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 2700 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 457.5 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 279.9 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 418 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.
