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gluten free donuts

gluten free donuts

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Soft, moist, and tender homemade gluten-free donuts that are baked instead of fried for a lighter, easier weekend treat. These donuts feature a classic vanilla and cinnamon flavor profile that mimics a traditional bakery taste.

  • Total Time: 27 mins
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x

Ingredients

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2 cups Gluten-Free All-Purpose Flour (with xanthan gum)
3/4 cup Granulated Sugar
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamo
3/4 cup Milk (whole or dairy-free)
2 Large Eggs (room temperature)
1/4 cup Melted Butter (unsalted)
2 teaspoons Pure Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease donut pans thoroughly with non-stick spray or melted butter
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamo
  3. In a separate medium bowl, beat the eggs lightly and whisk in the milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until combined
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and use a rubber spatula to fold them together gently until the batter is thick and smooth
  5. Transfer the batter into a large piping bag or a plastic storage bag with the corner snipped off
  6. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut cavities, filling them about three-quarters of the way full
  7. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes until the donuts spring back when touched gently
  8. Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for five minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Notes

Ensure your gluten-free flour blend contains xanthan gum; if not, add 1/2 teaspoon yourself.

Use room-temperature eggs and milk for better emulsification and structure.

Do not overmix the batter to avoid a tough texture.

If you want to coat donuts in cinnamon sugar, do so while they are still slightly warm.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or in the fridge for up to 5 days.

To freeze, wrap individual unglazed donuts in plastic wrap and store in a freezer bag for up to 3 months.

  • Author: David Cooper
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 185 kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 28g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg