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Coconut Flour Donut Holes

These Coconut Flour Donut Holes are a healthy, guilt-free treat that captures the nostalgic sweetness of traditional donuts using coconut flour, making them gluten-free and nutritious.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 16 donut holes
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 60
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1/4 cup coconut flour Look for high-quality, organic coconut flour for the best flavor and nutrition.
  • 2 pieces eggs Room temperature eggs whip up fluffier, yielding a better texture.
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce Keeps the batter moist and adds natural sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Use raw honey for added nutrients, or maple syrup for more flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional; enhances sweetness and aroma.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon Feel free to double this for a stronger flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder Ensures your donut holes rise beautifully.
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar For the glaze; adds a lovely caramel flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (for glaze) Enhances the glaze's flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil or spray A healthy fat for greasing.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (350°F).
  2. Grease a mini muffin tray with coconut oil or spray.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Sift in the coconut flour, cinnamon, and baking powder; mix until well blended.
  5. Fill 16 mini muffin holes with batter until they are about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake in the oven for about 15 minutes until they spring back to the touch and turn lightly golden.
Glazing
  1. While the donuts bake, prepare the cinnamon sugar glaze by combining coconut sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl.
  2. Once baked, let the donut holes cool for a few minutes, then dip them into the cinnamon sugar mixture or dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

Always choose high-quality ingredients for the best results. If you're in a pinch, unsweetened mashed bananas can replace the applesauce. Make sure to measure the coconut flour correctly, as it's much denser than regular flour.