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Irresistibly Moist Vegan Carrot Cake Donuts (Gluten Free, Paleo)


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  • Author: chef-caterina
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 12 donuts 1x
  • Diet: Vegan, Gluten Free, Paleo

Description

Delightful vegan donuts made with wholesome ingredients, embodying the flavors of traditional carrot cake.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana (125g)
  • 1/2 cup grated carrots (55g)
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1/3 cup water
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 Tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1/2 cup cassava flour (72g), spooned & leveled
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup coconut cream
  • 2 Tbsp powdered sugar (or powdered monk fruit)
  • 1 Tbsp melted coconut oil
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp ground ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Prep the donut pan with avocado oil or coconut oil.
  3. Mix the mashed banana, grated carrots, almond butter, water, maple syrup, avocado oil, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar in a bowl.
  4. Combine the cassava flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt in another bowl.
  5. Add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  6. Fill the donut pan with the batter, about 3/4 full.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes, then cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. In a small bowl, combine coconut cream, powdered sugar, melted coconut oil, and ground ginger to make the icing.
  9. Drizzle or dip the top of each donut in the icing once cool.

Notes

These donuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerated for up to a week.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg