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Vegan Sunflower Butter + Chocolate Doughnuts
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Vegan Sunflower Butter + Chocolate Doughnuts

These Vegan Sunflower Butter + Chocolate Doughnuts are not your classic version of plain ole' doughnuts, but are truly scrumptious in every bite. Completely fluffy, airy, and softly baked; these doughnuts create a beautiful balance of sweet and nutty flavors, all at the same time. Topped with a smooth chocolate glaze, this recipe makes for a great sweet option for those who enjoy a dairy-free, allergy-free (when used with GF flour), and vegan version of everyone's favorite sweet treat---donuts!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time17 minutes
Course: Dessert
Keyword: allergy-free, baked, chocolate, dairy-free, dessert, donuts, doughnuts, fluffy, healthy, nut-free, plant-based, sunbutter, sunflower seeds, sweets, vegan
Servings: 6 Doughnuts
Calories: 465kcal
Author: Shanika

Ingredients

  • 2 cups organic All-purpose flour  (I used Bob's Red Mill)
  • ½ cup organic pure cane sugar
  • 2 tsps baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 Tbsps SunButter, Creamy version
  • 1 ½ cups Almond milk + more if needed! (I used Califia Farms)
  • 3 Tbsps Grapeseed oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Chocolate Glaze:

  • 1 cup organic powered sugar + more if needed!
  • 1-2 Tbsps Almond milk + additional 1-2 Tbsps!
  • ½ cup vegan chocolate chips (I used The Enjoy Life Products)

Other:

  • Sunflower seeds, optional

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly dress your doughnut/donut baking pan wells with grapeseed oil using a paper towel or pastry brush.
  • In a medium bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, pure cane sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and sea salt.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, add the Almond milk, SunButter, grapeseed oil, and vanilla extract.
  • Next, add the wet ingredients in with the dry ingredients and using a rubber spatula, stir until well combined. **DO NOT OVER-MIX!**
  • Spoon the donut batter into a pipping bag and pipe it into prepared donut pan wells.
  • Bake donuts for 10-12 minutes or until fluffy and light golden brown or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Remove from oven and then let them cool for 5 minutes before turning them out onto a cooling rack so that they can continue to cool completely.

To Make Chocolate Glaze:

  • In a small pot on low heat, add chocolate chips and milk, whisking constantly until full melted and smooth. Once melted, remove from heat.
  • Whisk together the powdered sugar and melted chocolate (while hot) until smooth and consistency is met. **NOTE: After mixing, you may need to add additional milk (1 tablespoon at a time) for it to become thinner and glaze -like. Just ensure that you continue whisking until glaze runs 'slowly' off the whisk when slightly lifted. This means that consistency is perfect.**
  • Next, dip donut in the prepared Chocolate Glaze and set back onto cooling rack so that glaze hardens a bit. Repeat until all donuts are glazed.
  • Sprinkle with Sunflower seeds, if desired.
  • Bon Appetite!

Notes

STORAGE: Can be stored in a tightly sealed container and best if placed in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for ultimate freshness.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 465kcal | Carbohydrates: 80g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 56mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 189mg | Iron: 3mg