Description
These quick and easy vegan donuts are soft, fluffy, sweet, and perfect for anyone craving a fun homemade treat without complicated steps. They make an easy recipe for breakfast ideas, brunch tables, dessert cravings, and even a healthy snack alternative when you want something homemade instead of store-bought sweets. With a simple dough, a smooth vanilla glaze, and cheerful sprinkles on top, these vegan donuts are one of my favorite food ideas for a quick breakfast, easy dessert, or weekend baking project.
Ingredients
2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup granulated sugar
2 1/4 teaspoons instant yeast
3/4 cup warm unsweetened almond milk
1/4 cup vegan butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
Oil for frying
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons sprinkles
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm almond milk, 1 teaspoon of the sugar, and the instant yeast. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
2. Add the flour, remaining sugar, melted vegan butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough for 6 to 8 minutes until smooth and soft.
4. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Roll the dough out on a lightly floured surface to about 1/2-inch thickness. Cut out donut shapes and place them on parchment paper.
6. Cover loosely and let the donuts rise again for 20 to 30 minutes until puffy.
7. Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F. Fry the donuts in batches for 1 to 2 minutes per side until golden brown.
8. Transfer the donuts to a wire rack to cool slightly.
9. Whisk together the powdered sugar, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
10. Dip each donut into the glaze, let the excess drip off, and top with sprinkles before the glaze sets.
Notes
Do not add too much extra flour while kneading, or the donuts can turn dense instead of staying soft and fluffy.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Dessert
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 255
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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