Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon Donuts

Indulge in the warm, cozy flavors of fall with these Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon Donuts—a perfect treat for any time of day! Baked, not fried, these fluffy donuts combine the sweet tang of grated apples and unsweetened applesauce with a fragrant blend of cinnamon and nutmeg for a healthier twist on a classic favorite. Using gluten-free all-purpose flour, almond milk, and a touch of coconut oil, this recipe is both allergy-friendly and irresistibly moist. Topped with a delicate dusting of cinnamon sugar, these donuts deliver a comforting balance of sweetness and spice in every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re ideal for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon pick-me-up. Pop them out of the oven, and watch them disappear!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Gluten-free all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 cup Almond milk (or any preferred milk alternative)
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Grated apple (peeled)
• 3 tablespoons Coconut oil, melted
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick spray.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and ground nutmeg. Whisk until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the egg, almond milk, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5

Gently fold in the grated apple and melted coconut oil until evenly incorporated.

Step 6

Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each mold about three-quarters full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the donuts are firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

For the cinnamon sugar topping, mix together the powdered sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.

Step 10

Once the donuts are cool, lightly dust or dip each donut in the cinnamon sugar mixture until coated as desired.

Step 11

Serve and enjoy your gluten-free apple cinnamon donuts!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(690.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1813.4

Total Fat 51.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.8g
Cholesterol 196mg	0%
Sodium 1454.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 340.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.5g	0%
Total Sugars 171.5g
Protein 11.1g	0%

Vitamin D 98IU	0%
Calcium 313.3mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 201.8mg	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: 24.9%

Protein: 2.4%

Carbs: 72.7%