Name: Grain-Free Cinnamon Sugar Donuts Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: ½ cup plant milk (e.g., oat, almond, cashew); 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; ½ cup maple syrup; ¼ cup avocado oil; 2/3 cup apple juice; 1 cup cassava flour; ½ cup almond flour; ½ cup coconut flour; ¼ teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking powder; ½ teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; ½ teaspoon allspice; ½ cup coconut or maple sugar; ½ teaspoon cinnamon; ¼ teaspoon allspice; Spray avocado, grapeseed, or coconut oil

Ingredients

½ cup plant milk (such as oat, almond, or cashew)

2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

½ cup maple syrup

¼ cup avocado oil

2/3 cup apple juice

1 cup cassava flour

½ cup almond flour

½ cup coconut flour

¼ teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon baking soda

1 teaspoon cinnamon

½ teaspoon allspice

Spray avocado, grapeseed, or coconut oil (for greasing)

½ cup coconut or maple sugar

½ teaspoon cinnamon (for sugar coating)

¼ teaspoon allspice (for sugar coating)

Instructions

Step 1: In a glass bowl or large measuring cup, whisk together the plant milk, apple cider vinegar, vanilla extract, maple syrup, avocado oil, and apple juice. Let this mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow it to curdle slightly.

Step 2: While the wet ingredients rest, combine cassava flour, almond flour, coconut flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and allspice in a separate bowl. Mix well.

Step 3: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined to form a thick batter.

Step 4: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly spray a donut pan with avocado, grapeseed, or coconut oil.

Step 5: Spoon the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full. Smooth the tops gently.

Step 6: Bake for 18–22 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7: For the sugar coating, combine the coconut or maple sugar with cinnamon and allspice in a gallon-sized plastic bag. Lightly spray both sides of each cooled donut with oil, place it into the bag one at a time, and gently shake to coat evenly. Repeat for all donuts.

Tips & Variations

Try using different types of plant milk to slightly alter the flavor—almond milk adds a nutty note, while oat milk keeps it mild.

For a chocolate twist, add 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder to the dry ingredients.

If you prefer a less sweet coating, reduce the sugar in the coating by half or substitute with powdered erythritol for a lower-sugar option.

Ensure not to overmix the batter to keep the donuts light and tender.

FAQs

Can I use regular flour instead of cassava, almond, and coconut flours?

This recipe is designed to be grain-free, so substituting regular flour will alter the texture and flavor. If you prefer to use regular flour, consider looking for a traditional donut recipe specifically using wheat flour to achieve the best results.

Why do I need to let the wet ingredients sit for 10 minutes?

Letting the mixture sit allows the apple cider vinegar to react with the plant milk, creating a slight curdling that mimics buttermilk. This reaction helps the donuts rise and become tender.