Start your morning with these bright, fluffy, and gluten-free donuts! Packed with zesty lemon and juicy blueberries, they’re a healthier twist on a classic treat—ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients (Makes 12 donuts)
- 2 cups (200g) almond flour (or sub 1:1 gluten-free flour)
- ¼ cup (30g) coconut flour
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- ¼ cup (60ml) maple syrup (or honey)
- ¼ cup (60ml) coconut oil, melted (or butter)
- 1 tsp lemon zest (about 1 lemon)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- ½ cup (75g) fresh blueberries (or frozen, unthawed)
(Optional glaze: Mix ½ cup powdered sugar + 1 tbsp lemon juice + 1 tsp milk.)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Mix Dry Ingredients
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan (or use parchment liners).
- In a bowl, whisk together:
- Almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Baking soda
- Salt
2. Combine Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, whisk:
- Eggs
- Maple syrup
- Melted coconut oil
- Lemon zest + juice
- Vanilla
3. Make the Batter
- Fold wet ingredients into dry until smooth.
- Gently stir in blueberries (don’t overmix to avoid purple streaks!).
4. Bake to Perfection
- Spoon batter into donut molds, filling ¾ full.
- Bake 18-20 mins until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool 5 mins in pan, then transfer to a rack.
5. Optional Glaze
- Drizzle with lemon glaze or dust with powdered sugar once cooled.
FAQs & Tips
Q: Can I make these vegan?
✅ Yes! Use flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water) and swap honey for maple syrup.
Q: Why did my donuts stick?
➡️ Grease the pan well or use silicone molds for easy release.
Q: Can I use muffin tins instead?
✅ Yes! Bake as mini muffins (~15 mins at 350°F).
Q: How to store leftovers?
- Room temp: 2 days (covered).
- Fridge: 1 week.
- Freezer: 1 month (thaw at room temp).
Q: Can I use other berries?
✅ Raspberries, blackberries, or chopped strawberries work great!
Serving Suggestions
☕ Pair with:
- Coffee
- Greek yogurt
- Fresh fruit
🌞 Perfect for:
- Brunch
- Meal prep
- Kids’ snacks
Nutrition (per donut): ~180 kcal | Gluten-free + Dairy-free
These sunshine-sweet donuts are a guilt-free way to enjoy dessert for breakfast! Let me know how yours turn out. 😊💛
Love lemon? Add poppy seeds for extra crunch! 🌟
