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Making vegan donuts at home might sound tricky, but it’s actually pretty simple, and the best part is, they can taste just as soft, sweet, and satisfying as regular donuts.
You don’t need eggs or dairy to get that perfect donut texture. You just need a few smart swaps and a solid recipe.
Start with your flour. All-purpose flour works great for vegan cake-style donuts. If you want yeast-raised ones, you can still use all-purpose or bread flour for extra fluffiness.
Instead of eggs, use something like unsweetened applesauce, mashed banana, or a flaxseed egg (that’s just ground flaxseed mixed with water until it thickens). These all help bind the batter and keep it moist.
For milk, just pick your favorite non-dairy one. Oat milk or almond milk are both great choices. Just make sure it’s unsweetened so your donuts don’t turn out too sweet.
Butter is easy to swap too. Use vegan butter or even neutral oils like canola or coconut oil.
For flavor, add a little vanilla extract, a pinch of cinnamon, or even some nutmeg. These small touches go a long way in making your donuts taste rich and cozy.
Now, when it comes to cooking, you’ve got options. You can bake the donuts in a donut pan if you want something lighter and easier. Or you can fry them in oil if you’re going for that crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside classic vibe.
And of course, don’t forget the glaze. Mix powdered sugar with a splash of plant milk and vanilla for a simple glaze. Or get creative with things like chocolate, maple, or strawberry toppings.
So here’s the bottom line: vegan donuts are totally doable. With the right ingredients, they can taste just as amazing as any other donut, soft, sweet, and full of flavor. You might even forget they’re vegan.