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Vegan Pumpkin Donuts [Gluten Free + Oil Free too]

These vegan pumpkin donuts are bursting with pumpkin-y flavour, spiced with cinnamon and so perfectly moist and delicious.

Prep Time
12 mins
Cook Time
12 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 12 Donuts
Calories: 111 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American , Canadian

Ingredients

Wet Ingredients
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ¼ cup maple syrup
Dry Ingredients
  • 180 grams oat flour gluten free (approx. 1.5 cups)
  • 75 grams unrefined coconut sugar or brown sugar (approx. ⅓ cup)
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
For the Glaze (Optional)
  • ½ cup pitted dates gently packed
  • ¾ cup fresh water
  • 1.5 teaspoon cinnamon

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Add the wet ingredients to a large bowl and mix well. Then add the dry ingredients to the same bowl and mix to combine.
  3. Divide the mixture among your nonstick donut pans, enough to make 12 donuts. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until firm to touch, but gives a little when gently pressed with your finger. Then remove from the oven and let cool for at least 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Optional Glaze
  1. While the donuts are cooling, prepare the glaze. Add the dates, water and cinnamon to a blender and process until completely smooth. Then, transfer to a shallow dish.
  2. When the donuts have cooled, dip them into the glaze and place them glaze side up on your cooling rack. Let them dry and enjoy.

Notes

  • Weigh your flour if possible, for the most desirable results.
  • Use a nonstick silicone donut pan to avoid greasing your pan, if you're avoiding oil. Mine popped out easily once cooled.
  • Allow your donuts to cool for 10-15 minutes before attempting to remove them from the pan. If the donuts are hot, you risk breaking them.
  • Let your pumpkin donuts cool on a cooling rack for 10 minutes before glazing them.
  • If you don't have a powerful blender or your dates are very dry, soak them in cool water for 15-20 minutes, before blending. This will soften them and help them break down more smoothly.
  • Leftover donuts will stay moist and fresh in a sealed container at room temperature for 2-3 days, although they taste best on the day they're made.
  • The nutritional information does not include the optional glaze.

Nutrition Information

Calories 111cal (6%) Carbohydrates 23g (8%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 1g (2%) Sodium 70mg (3%) Potassium 122mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 3181IU (64%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 53mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Donuts

Amount Per Serving

Calories 111

% Daily Value*

Calories 111cal 6%
Carbohydrates 23g 8%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 1g 2%
Sodium 70mg 3%
Potassium 122mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 3181IU 64%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 53mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.