Dairy-Free Boston Creme Donut

Indulge in the ultimate guilt-free treat with these Dairy-Free Boston Creme Donuts, a reinvention of the classic dessert perfect for those avoiding dairy without sacrificing flavor! These pillowy donuts are oven-baked to golden perfection, sparing you the excess oil of traditional frying, and filled with a luscious, dairy-free pastry cream made from silky almond milk and thickened to perfection. Topped with a rich, glossy glaze of melted dairy-free chocolate chips, these treats are as decadent as their traditional counterpart. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or a special snack, this recipe is surprisingly simple yet impressive, with a total preparation time of just 80 minutes. Whether you’re dairy-free by choice or necessity, these donuts will quickly become a favorite indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.25 cup, melted Coconut oil
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Semi-sweet dairy-free chocolate chips
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, warm the almond milk to about 110°F (43°C). Stir in the yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center, add the eggs, melted coconut oil, and the yeast mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.

Step 3

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, prepare the dairy-free pastry cream. In a saucepan, whisk together 2 cups of almond milk, cornstarch, and 1/2 cup sugar. Heat over medium until it starts to thicken, stirring constantly.

Step 5

Remove from heat, stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and let it cool. Cover with plastic wrap, pressing it onto the surface of the cream to prevent a skin from forming.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, roll it out to about 1/2 inch thick on a floured surface. Cut out 3-inch rounds using a donut cutter or a glass.

Step 7

Place the donut rounds on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a cloth, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 8

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake the donuts for 10-12 minutes until pale golden brown.

Step 9

To make the chocolate glaze, melt the chocolate chips in a microwave or double boiler with the olive oil and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.

Step 10

Fill a piping bag with the cooled pastry cream and use a small round tip to fill each donut by poking a hole in the side.

Step 11

Once filled, dip the top of each donut into the chocolate glaze. Allow the glaze to set before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1422.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4690.0

Total Fat 165.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1484.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 722.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.9g	0%
Total Sugars 298.5g
Protein 82.4g	0%

Vitamin D 169.8IU	0%
Calcium 709.4mg	0%
Iron 41.3mg	0%
Potassium 1699.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.6%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 61.4%