How do I make fluffy vegan donuts?

Light and airy, our fluffy Vegan Donuts recipe is the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet cravings. Indulge guilt-free!

You'll need

Items needed to answer the question, How do I make fluffy Vegan Donuts. Items include: all-purpose flour sugar baking powder salt plant-based milk coconut oil vegetable oil

all-purpose flour 2 ½ cups
sugar ½ cup
baking powder 2 ½ teaspoons
salt a pinch
plant-based milk ¾ cup
coconut oil ¼ cup
vegetable oil enough for deep frying

Take note
Watch out for the temptation to eat the entire batch in one go, these vegan donuts are seriously addictive!

1

Mix and knead the dough

In a mixing bowl, combine 2 ½ cups of all-purpose flour, ½ cup of sugar, 2 ½ teaspoons of baking powder, and a pinch of salt. Gradually pour in ¾ cup of plant-based milk and ¼ cup of melted coconut oil. Use your hands or a wooden spoon to mix until the dough comes together. Then, knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.

2

Let it rise

Place the dough in a clean bowl, cover it with a damp kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until it doubles in size. This is the perfect opportunity to practice your patience skills or get a head start on a captivating TV show.

3

Shape the donuts

Once the dough has doubled in size, gently punch it down to release any air bubbles. Roll it out on a floured surface to about ½ inch thickness. Use a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter to shape your donuts. For the classic donut shape, use a smaller round cutter to create the donut holes. Don't worry, we won't judge you if you nibble on the donut holes while you work!

4

Deep fry to perfection

Fill a large pot or deep fryer with vegetable oil and heat it to 350°F (180°C). Carefully place a few donuts at a time into the hot oil using a slotted spoon or a spider strainer. Fry them for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown. Once they're ready, transfer the donuts to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain the excess oil. Repeat this frying process until all the donuts are done.

5

Coat and enjoy!

Now comes the fun part! While the donuts are still warm, roll them in a bowl of cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar for that delicious coating. Feel free to get creative and add your own twist with toppings like melted chocolate, sprinkles, or crushed nuts. Once decorated to perfection, enjoy your fluffy vegan donuts immediately or store them in an airtight container for up to 2 days.