Gluten Free Donuts Recipe | Healthy Breakfast Donuts | Fearless Dining (2024)

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You are going to love my new guilt-free donut recipe! Imagine delicious baked gluten free donuts that taste like dessert! This is a gluten free breakfast donuts recipe with zero guilt! I also include a vegan egg-free version!

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Donuts for breakfast?? Absolutely not! Donuts have a bad rap. Sugary, sweet, fried, and unhealthy….but oh so delicious. Kids will love getting mom-approved donuts for breakfast! They also freeze well so that you can have donuts any time.

After making Gluten Free Apple Cider Donuts earlier in the week, my kids have begged me to make more. I decided to attempt a breakfast donut recipe that is made with wholesome ingredients that any mom would feel good giving in to their kids for breakfast.

These gluten free donuts are also dairy-free and refined sugar-free too. Will your kids know these are healthy donuts? Not unless you tell them!

Check out my donut recipes in The Best Gluten Free Donut Recipes post.

Allergen Information:

This recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and soy-free.

  • Make these donuts nut-free by omitting the almond flour and adding ⅓ cup additional gluten free flour blend. Make sure to use a different milk that isn’t almond or nut-based.
  • Make these donuts egg-free (vegan) using Bob’s Red Mill Egg Replacer. Other brands, like Just Egg, may work; I haven’t tested them.
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Made these today as muffins (baked 26 minutes). Followed the recipe except I substituted ¾ cup honey for the maple syrup. Intolerance issue. Added walnuts and no raisins. Turned out amazingGluten Free Donuts Recipe | Healthy Breakfast Donuts | Fearless Dining (3)Gluten Free Donuts Recipe | Healthy Breakfast Donuts | Fearless Dining (4)

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King Arthur, Measure for Measure Flour 3 lbs

This is one of my favorite gluten-free flour blends for cookies, cakes, pie crust, biscuits, and muffins! (Do not use this flour blend for yeast recipes.)

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Ingredient Notes:

  • Gluten Free Flour Blend – I tested this recipe using Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 Gluten Free Flour Blend and King Arthur’s Measure for Measure Gluten Free Blend. That doesn’t mean others will not work; I just have not tested other flours.
  • Xanthan Gum – If your gluten free flour blenddoesn’t containXanthan Gum or Guar Gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  • Baking Powder – Use aluminum-free.
  • Rolled Oats – Be sure to use certified gluten free oats in this donut recipe with oats.
  • Shredded Coconut – Use unsweetened.
  • Almond Flour – I highly suggest using almond flour and not almond meal. Almond meal is more coarse and will make your donuts grainy.
  • Chia Seeds – Stealth protein!
  • Flaxseed Meal – Full of omega 3s!
  • Raisins – They add just the right amount of sweetness.
  • Non-Dairy Milk – I used almond milk, but any plant-based milk works.
  • Eggs – Use size large eggs.
  • Applesauce – Use plain or cinnamon flavored.
  • Maple Syrup – Use pure maple syrup.
  • Coconut Oil – You can also use other types of oil.
  • Raisins

Tips For Sucess

1. Do not overmix your donut batter. I do not recommend using a stand mixer to make this recipe.
2. Every flour blend has a different grain-to-starch ratio. This can affect how much liquid you need. Adjust the wet and dry ingredients, so they look like my photos below.

Flavor Variations:

  1. Add dried cranberries or blueberries instead of raisins to this gluten free donut recipe with almond flour.
  2. Add in some chopped pecans or walnuts for even more protein!
  3. Feel free to add a few chocolate chips if your kids are really picky eaters.
  4. If it is around the holidays, add a teaspoon of pumpkin spice!

Step-By-Step Directions:

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Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, add your dry ingredients and whisk to blend.

Step 2: In a smaller bowl, add the wet ingredients and mix. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix.

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Step 3: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and mix them into a batter.

One thing you will notice is this donut batter is thick, much thicker than other donut recipes I have posted. That is because it is jam-packed with nutritious ingredients.

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Note this photo of the batter in the donut maker is from my pumpkin donuts recipe. I forgot to snap a photo of the donut batter cooking, but I thought it was important to show you a picture to see all the steps to make these.

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Babycakes Donut Maker, Mini

I love making donuts in this BabyCakes Donut Maker. It is so easy to use, and the donuts cook in just 3 minutes. Clean-up is easy too!

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Step 4: If you make these donuts in a donut maker, it will take 5-8 minutes per batch.

Step 5: If baking these in a donut pan, you will need to bake for 20-25 minutes at 350º F (depending on how high you fill the donut sections in the pan. You can also bake them as muffins!

Recipe FAQ:

How long do these donuts take to bake?

As a result of the thicker batter, these breakfast donuts take a bit longer to cook in the donut maker, but they are still moist and flavorful.

How do you store these donuts?

These donuts will keep fresh for up to 4 days in an airtight container or in a zip-style freezer bag for up to 4 months in the freezer.

How do you thaw the frozen donuts?

Thaw the donuts in the microwave oven for 30 seconds or leave them on the counter for 30 minutes.

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More Gluten Free Donuts Recipes:

  • The Best Gluten Free Donuts Recipes You Need To Try
  • Easy Gluten Free Vanilla Donuts
  • Dairy-Free Gluten Free Lemon Donuts
  • Gluten Free Chocolate Donuts

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If you made and enjoyed this recipe, I would be incredibly grateful if you could leave a comment below. Include which flour blend you used. This helps others know this recipe is delicious. Thank you!

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Gluten Free Healthy Breakfast Donuts

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Easy gluten free healthy donuts that are perfect for breakfast.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 30 minutes mins

Course Gluten Free Breakfast Recipes, Gluten Free Donut Recipes

Cuisine American

Servings 18 donuts

Calories 191 kcal

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten free flour blend * see note
  • ½ cup almond flour * see note
  • ¼ cup gluten free oats * see note
  • ½ cup lightly sweetened shredded coconut
  • ¼ cup ground flaxmeal
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder aluminum-free
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • dash salt
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup applesauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • cup melted coconut oil
  • 4 tablespoons water
  • ½ cup raisins

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, add dry ingredients and whisk to blend.

  • In a medium bowl, add all wet ingredients and mix well.

  • Plug in the Babycakes Donut Maker to heat.

  • Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and mix well.

  • You will notice this dough is thicker than my other donut recipes. That is ok, it will add another minute or two to cooking…but these are still moist and delicious.

  • Spray coconut oil into donut sections of donut maker.

  • Add a spoon full of dough into each donut section in the donut maker.

  • Close the lid and cook for 4-5 minutes until done.

  • Move to cooling rack.

For A Donut Pan:

  • Preheat the oven to 350º F.

  • Add the donut batter to a piping bag or sandwich baggie with the corner removed.

  • Pipe into a greased donut pan.

  • Bake for 15-20 minutes (depending on the size of the donut pan.)

Notes

  1. I have tested this recipe with King Arthur Measure for Measure GF, Bob’s Red Mill 1 to 1 GF blend, and Authentic Foods Multi Blend. That doesn’t mean others will not work, I just have not tested other flours.
  2. If your gluten free flour blenddoesn’t containXanthan Gum or Guar Gum, please add 1 teaspoon.
  3. I highly suggest using almond flour and not almond meal. Almond meal is more coarse and will make your donuts grainy.
  4. Be sure to use certified gluten free oats.
  5. To make this recipe nut-free, omit the almond flour and substitute an additional ¼ cup gluten free flour blend.
  6. These donuts will keep up to 4 days in an airtight container, or up to 4 months in the freezer.

SPECIAL NOTE

Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, you may need to adjust your moisture levels in your baked goods.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 191kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 47mgPotassium: 124mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 29IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

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Nutritional information is an estimate provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the actual nutritional information with the products and brands you are using with your preferred nutritional calculator.

This post was updated from an old May 2017 post with more recipe details.

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FAQs

Can you freeze gluten free donuts? ›

GF donuts last up to 3 days at room temperature or up to 1 month in the freezer. When freezing donuts, wrap individually and place in an airtight bag or container.

Are doughnuts for breakfast? ›

There you have it, the versatility of donuts. We can see that over the years, donuts have been both a form of dessert and breakfast food and continue to do so, depending on the person you ask. So it all comes down to preference.

Are donut holes donuts? ›

Doughnut holes are small, bite-sized doughnuts that were traditionally made from the dough taken from the center of ring doughnuts.

Why can't you freeze gluten-free bread? ›

Gluten-free baked goods don't tend to stay as fresh for as long as those with gluten, so freezing is a great option. Gluten-free also tends to dry out quicker than gluten-filled baked goods. For best results don't wait longer than a couple of days after baking to freeze.

Does Krispy Kreme do gluten-free Doughnuts? ›

Wheat flour is used in the base of our classic doughnut recipe. Therefore, all our doughnuts aren't suitable for those requiring a gluten-free diet. All eggs used here at Krispy Kreme are 100% free-range.

What is the best flour for donuts? ›

Use real cake flour – not DIY cake flour!

DIY substitutions don't really cut it, and AP flour will not create doughnuts with that same soft texture. Also, bleached cake flour will work best. Unbleached (like King Arthur Baking) won't absorb as much moisture, and you may end up with doughnuts that crumble while frying.

What is Robin Hood gluten-free flour made from? ›

Robin Hood All Purpose Gluten Free Flour Blend is made from rice flour blended with xanthan gum, pea fibre and potato and tapioca starches. Enjoy all your favourite baked goods without gluten.

Is it better to skip breakfast or eat a donut? ›

“Your body is 'fasting' all night, so in the morning, your body needs fuel to start revving up our metabolism. And without food as fuel, our bodies aren't able to function at peak performance.” “It's better to eat something than nothing in the morning,“ says Lindsay Joe, RDN, a Greatist expert.

Why are donuts so unhealthy? ›

Donuts are ultra-processed foods.

These foods are full of sodium and/or sugar, and regular consumption of these foods may lead to some serious health issues such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, depression and even cancer.

Why do people eat donuts in morning? ›

After long hours of sleep, the combination of carbs and caffeine provides the perfect jolt that our system needs in the morning. That's because the caffeine in coffee awakens the brain and the carbs from sugar and flour in donuts give the body a dose of quick energy.

What is a donut without a hole called? ›

LaMiaItalia. These classic doughnuts are typically round without a hole in the middle, and generally leavened with yeast.

What does the 🍩 mean? ›

It is commonly used to represent real and metaphorical doughnuts, breakfast, bakeries and baked foods, snacks, coffee breaks, The Simpsons, and negative stereotypes of police officers.

What is the middle of a donut called? ›

donut hole (plural donut holes) The empty space in the center of a donut. (US, Canada) A small ball-shaped pastry, made in the same manner as a donut, roughly the size of the hole in a donut.

How do you defrost gluten-free donuts? ›

The best method to prepare the donuts is to thaw them at room temperature; it doesn't take long at all for these to become soft enough to eat.

Can gluten-free pastry be frozen? ›

You can make the gluten free puff pastry ahead of time (including the lamination) and then wrap it tightly in cling film and keep it in the the fridge or freezer until needed.

Can you freeze gluten-free pastry? ›

*After rolling out puff pastry to use in recipes, place on parchment-lined baking sheet and into the freezer for a few minutes while you allow the oven to preheat before baking. ***Gluten free puff pastry freezes beautifully!

Are donuts good if you freeze them? ›

You can freeze donuts for up to three months. This works best with plain, powdered sugar, or thinly glazed donuts (a thick glaze can melt when defrosted). The best method for this is placing them in a large freezer bag. If you're stacking donuts, separate them with wax paper so they don't freeze together.

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