Vegan Custard Donuts

Indulge in the ultimate plant-based treat with these irresistibly fluffy Vegan Custard Donuts! Perfectly golden and pillow-soft, these donuts are fried to perfection and filled with a creamy, silky vegan custard made from silken tofu, vanilla bean paste, and a hint of turmeric for that classic yellow hue. With a rich, homemade flavor and completely dairy-free ingredients, they’re a delightful dessert or indulgent snack that’s sure to impress vegans and non-vegans alike. Finished with a light dusting of powdered sugar, these donuts are both visually stunning and decadently delicious, making them the star of any special occasion—or simply your next craving!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 0.75 cup Sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Vegan butter
• 2 tablespoons Ground flaxseeds
• 6 tablespoons Water
• 3 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla bean paste
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric
• 0.5 cup Silken tofu
• 0.5 cup Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, mix the ground flaxseeds with 6 tablespoons of water to make a flax egg. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes gelatinous.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, gently warm the almond milk and melt the vegan butter. Ensure it's warm but not hot, then add the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Pour the yeast mixture into the bowl, add the flax egg, and mix until a dough forms.

Step 4

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

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the vegan custard. In a blender, combine the silken tofu, powdered sugar, vanilla bean paste, cornstarch, and a pinch of turmeric. Blend until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Transfer the custard mixture to a saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens to the consistency of pudding. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, roll it out to about 1/2-inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Use a round cutter to cut out donut shapes.

Step 8

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the donuts in batches for about 1 to 2 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 9

Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, fill a piping bag fitted with a small round tip with the vegan custard. Insert the tip into the side of each donut and fill with custard.

Step 10

Dust the filled donuts with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1920.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8864.3

Total Fat 732.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 403.9g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2077.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 566.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 214.1g
Protein 56.9g	0%

Vitamin D 87.8IU	0%
Calcium 944.8mg	0%
Iron 23.2mg	0%
Potassium 957.1mg	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: 72.5%

Protein: 2.5%

Carbs: 25.0%