Baked Pears with Walnuts
Vegan Baked Donuts with Dark Chocolate Glaze and Pistachio Topping
Donuts, but healthier and just as delicious? Yes, it’s possible! These vegan baked donuts are light, fluffy, and made without frying. Topped with a rich dark chocolate glaze and crunchy pistachios, they’re a true showstopper – perfect for any occasion, whether as dessert, with coffee, or just as a sweet treat in between.
Why Vegan Baked Donuts?
Baked donuts are the perfect alternative to traditional fried ones. They’re lighter, less greasy, and just as tasty. Combined with the dark chocolate and crunchy pistachios, this dessert not only looks stunning but also tastes amazing – and it’s completely vegan!
Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 200 gram spelt flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 100 gram plant-based yogurt (e.g., soy or coconut yogurt)
- 80 gram maple syrup (or agave syrup)
- 80 milliliter plant-based milk (e.g., almond or oat milk)
- 50 milliliter coconut oil (melted)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch Salt
For the Glaze
- 100 gram dark chocolate (vegan)
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
For the Topping
- 50 gram pistachios (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the plant-based yogurt, maple syrup, plant-based milk, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and gently mix until a smooth batter forms. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts light and fluffy.
- Fill the donut molds about 3/4 full with the batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12–15 minutes, or until the donuts are lightly golden brown. Use a toothpick to check if they’re done. Allow the donuts to cool completely.
- Melt the dark chocolate and coconut oil together in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water (double boiler). Stir until smooth and glossy.
- Dip the cooled donuts into the chocolate glaze, coating the tops evenly.
- While the glaze is still wet, sprinkle the chopped pistachios generously over the donuts.
- Place the donuts on parchment paper and allow the glaze to set (you can refrigerate them for quicker results).
- Arrange the donuts on a platter and enjoy – perfect for any occasion!
Notes
These vegan donuts are the perfect combination of chocolaty, nutty, and fluffy. Thanks to the dark chocolate glaze and crunchy pistachios, they’re not only a flavor delight but also a visual treat. The best part? They’re quick and easy to make, so you can enjoy them anytime – whether for Sunday coffee or as a sweet snack during the day.
Enjoy your meal and share your creations with me by tagging @vegan_franzi on social media or using the hashtag #gonut.
