Dairy-Free Caramel Donuts

Indulge in the ultimate dairy-free treat with these irresistibly moist and fluffy Dairy-Free Caramel Donuts! Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg, these baked donuts are delicately sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup for a naturally wholesome flavor. Topped with a decadent homemade caramel glaze made from coconut cream, this recipe delivers all the indulgence of classic caramel donuts without the dairy. Quick and easy to prepare, these donuts are ready in just 35 minutes, making them an ideal dessert or afternoon snack. Whether you're catering to dietary restrictions or simply looking for a plant-based alternative, these donuts offer a guilt-free, mouthwatering option that everyone will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.75 cup Coconut sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup Almond milk
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil, melted
• 0.5 cup Coconut cream (from a can of full-fat coconut milk)
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 0.25 teaspoon Sea salt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with coconut oil.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the coconut sugar, applesauce, vanilla extract, almond milk, and melted coconut oil until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing just until incorporated. Be careful not to overmix.

Step 5

Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 2/3 full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 7

While the donuts cool, prepare the dairy-free caramel glaze by combining coconut cream, maple syrup, and sea salt in a small saucepan over medium heat.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens slightly.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the caramel to cool for a few minutes before dipping each donut into the glaze, ensuring the tops are well coated.

Step 10

Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack to let the caramel set. Serve the donuts at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1045.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3009.3

Total Fat 106.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3426.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 508.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 312.5g
Protein 29.8g	0%

Vitamin D 58.6IU	0%
Calcium 377.9mg	0%
Iron 20.6mg	0%
Potassium 820.4mg	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: 30.8%

Protein: 3.8%

Carbs: 65.3%