Vegan Custard Filled Donuts

Indulge in the ultimate vegan treat with these Vegan Custard Filled Donuts—soft, fluffy, and bursting with creamy, plant-based custard goodness! This recipe takes the classic custard-filled donut to a whole new level by using dairy-free ingredients like almond or soy milk, vegan margarine, and coconut cream, making it suitable for all lifestyles. The rich, velvety custard gets its golden hue from a touch of turmeric, while the donut dough is perfectly light and airy thanks to a slow-rise method. Fried to golden perfection and generously filled with custard, these donuts are an irresistible crowd-pleaser. Whether you're planning a weekend brunch or simply craving a sweet indulgence, these vegan donuts are guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 1 cup Plant-based milk (such as almond or soy)
• 0.25 cup Coconut sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Vegan margarine, softened
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Turmeric powder
• 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 0.5 cup Sugar
• 1 cup Plant-based cream (such as coconut or soy)
• 4 cups Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions

Step 1

Warm the plant-based milk in a saucepan until lukewarm, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl. Add the instant yeast and let it sit for 5 minutes to activate.

Step 2

Stir in the coconut sugar, 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, and salt into the yeast mixture. Add 3 cups of all-purpose flour gradually, mixing until a dough forms.

Step 3

Add the softened vegan margarine and knead the dough for about 8-10 minutes on a floured surface until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 4

While the dough is rising, prepare the vegan custard. In a saucepan, combine 3 tablespoons of cornstarch, 0.5 cups of sugar, 1 cup of plant-based cream, and a pinch of turmeric powder for color. Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture thickens and begins to bubble. Remove from heat and let cool completely.

Step 5

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/2 inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or a glass to cut out circles. Re-roll the scraps if needed.

Step 6

Cover cut-outs with a cloth and let them rise again for 30 minutes, or until slightly puffy.

Step 7

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the donuts in small batches until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove donuts with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Once the donuts have cooled slightly, use a piping bag fitted with a round tip to fill each donut with the cooled vegan custard.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your vegan custard filled donuts.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2040.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	11379.1

Total Fat 1046.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 181.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1801.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 483.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.8g	0%
Total Sugars 174.2g
Protein 45.5g	0%

Vitamin D 100.0IU	0%
Calcium 387.0mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 953.3mg	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: 81.7%

Protein: 1.6%

Carbs: 16.8%