Can I substitute the chickpea flour with something else?

Yes, you can use all-purpose flour if you're not concerned about gluten, though the texture will change slightly. For a gluten-free alternative that's not chickpea flour, try an all-purpose gluten-free blend, but you may need to adjust the liquid slightly as different flours absorb moisture differently.

My batter seems too thick. What should I do?

The batter should be thick enough to pipe but still somewhat fluid. If it's too thick, add a tablespoon of plant milk at a time until you reach the right consistency. Different brands of flour can absorb different amounts of liquid.

Can I make these without a donut pan?

While a donut pan gives the classic shape, you can use a muffin tin for "donut holes." Fill each cup halfway and reduce baking time by about 2 minutes. You could also try making a freeform ring on a parchment-lined baking sheet, though they may spread more.

How do I know when the donuts are perfectly baked?

Beyond the toothpick test, look for slightly golden edges and a spring-back when gently pressed with your finger. If they appear wet or shiny on top, they need more time. If they're pulling away from the sides of the pan, that's another good indicator they're done.

Easy Homemade Vegan Donut Recipe

Name: Easy Homemade Vegan Donut Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Vegan
Ingredients: 1 cup chickpea flour; 1/2 cup brown rice flour; 2 tbsp arrowroot powder; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp baking soda; pinch salt; 1/3 cup maple syrup; 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce; 3 heaping tbsp meyer lemon juice; 1 tsp raw apple cider vinegar; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1/2 cup organic powdered sugar; 8 tsp lemon juice; 1/2 cup frozen or fresh blackberries; 1/4 cup filtered water; 1-2 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tbsp chia seeds

Description

This easy homemade vegan donut recipe combines wholesome ingredients like chickpea flour, rice flour, and maple syrup to create delicious and light baked donuts, topped with a zesty lemon icing and optional blackberry chia jam for a perfect treat.

Ingredients

Units Scale

Donut:

1 cup chickpea flour
1/2 cup brown rice flour
2 tbsp arrowroot powder
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
pinch salt
1/3 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce
3 heaping tbsp meyer lemon juice
1 tsp raw apple cider vinegar
1 tsp vanilla extract

Icing:

1/2 cup organic powdered sugar
8 tsp lemon juice

Blackberry Chia Jam:

1/2 cup frozen or fresh blackberries
1/4 cup filtered water
1–2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp chia seeds

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Instructions

Preheat your oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F while you prepare your batter.
Mix wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together maple syrup, apple sauce, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Combine dry ingredients: Sift in chickpea flour, rice flour, arrowroot powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Use a spatula to combine the mixture until smooth. It may poof up slightly, which is normal.
Fill donut molds: Transfer your batter into a donut mold, using a piping bag or spoon. Remove any air bubbles using a toothpick to ensure even baking and avoid craters.
Bake the donuts: Bake for 15-17 minutes. Use a toothpick to check if they’re cooked through (toothpick should come out clean). Adjust baking time as needed; 16 minutes is typically ideal for silicone molds.
Prepare icing: While the donuts are baking, combine powdered sugar and lemon juice in a small bowl. Mix until smooth to make the icing.
Prepare chia jam: For the jam, add blackberries, water, and maple syrup to a covered saucepan on low heat. Allow the blackberries to burst, then mash them using a spatula. Stir in chia seeds, remove from heat, and let it thicken.
Cool and decorate donuts: Once baked, remove donuts from the mold and cool completely. Dip each donut into the prepared icing and let excess icing drip off using a cooling rack.
Add chia jam: Spoon chia jam into the center of each donut if desired. To avoid sogginess, add the jam right before serving.

Notes

Ensure the donuts cool completely before adding icing to prevent it from melting.
Use a piping bag for smooth and even filling of the donut molds.
Refrigerate chia jam and store leftover donuts in an airtight container.
Add jam just before eating to keep the donuts fresh and prevent sogginess.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 donut