Nut-Free Chocolate Donuts with Nuts

Indulge in the perfect balance of rich chocolate decadence and nutty crunch with these Nut-Free Chocolate Donuts with Nuts—an irresistible treat for all donut lovers! Despite the "nutty" topping, this recipe cleverly swaps traditional nuts for toasted sunflower and pumpkin seeds coated in a touch of honey, making it completely nut-free and allergen-friendly. These baked chocolate donuts are soft, fluffy, and studded with melty mini chocolate chips for an extra layer of indulgence. Quick and easy to whip up with just 15 minutes of prep, they're topped with a golden, fragrant seed mixture that delivers all the flavorful crunch without the allergens. A perfect choice for dessert, brunch, or a midday treat, these nut-free donuts are guaranteed to satisfy both kids and adults alike. Serve them fresh or store them for a nutty-inspired chocolate fix anytime!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 whole Large eggs
• 0.75 cup Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.5 cup Mini chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds
• 2 tablespoons Honey

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cocoa powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Stir in the melted butter until the batter is smooth and then gently fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Step 6

Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.

Step 8

While the donuts are baking, toast the sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds. Heat a frying pan over medium-low heat, add the seeds, and toast them for about 5 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden.

Step 9

Remove the seeds from heat and let cool for a minute. Mix them with honey in a small bowl to create your nutty-tasting topping.

Step 10

Once the donuts are done baking, let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.

Step 11

Dip the tops of the cooled donuts into the nutty seed mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the seeds adhere well.

Step 12

Allow the seed topping to set briefly before serving. Enjoy your nut-free chocolate donut with a delightfully nutty crunch!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1095.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3585.7

Total Fat 165.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 38.2g
Cholesterol 523.1mg	0%
Sodium 2313.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 512.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 64.9g	0%
Total Sugars 222.1g
Protein 105.5g	0%

Vitamin D 160.5IU	0%
Calcium 587.6mg	0%
Iron 42.6mg	0%
Potassium 3702.2mg	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: 37.6%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 51.8%