Author: Got a feel-it-in-your-soul craving for something sugary sweet and melt in your mouth delicious? These easy vegan glazed donuts are just the treat you need! They go perfectly with your morning coffee or will satisfy that late-night craving. But it gets even better... this vegan donuts recipe requires only 10 ingredients that you probably already have in your cupboards and it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare! A fresh pan of warm, soft, scrumptious, glazed donuts is just a couple of minutes away. Isn't being vegan amazing???
For these easy vegan glazed donuts, I was inspired by the classic, old-fashioned Krispy Kreme donut. My version is not only 100% vegan, but my sweet little flavour bombs are BAKED instead of deep-fried! This makes them not only easy and safe to prepare at home, but they turn out so perfectly fluffy, light, and undeniably scrumptious - each bite is a flavour explosion that will have you reaching for another donut before you're done your first.
I'm excited to add this classic donut to my donut recipe collection along with my Vegan Powdered Donuts, Vegan Double Chocolate Donuts, and my Classic Vegan Chocolate Glazed Donuts! Here's a fun idea: why not bake up a batch of each kind, throw them in a box, and gift your favourite person (or yourself!) with a homemade baker's dozen box of homemade vegan donuts!!
How to make easy vegan glazed donuts:
In a large bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl mix together all the wet ingredients. Now add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not over mix, lumps are totally cool.
Scoop the batter into a large ziplock bag and cut the corner off of the bag, or use a reusable pastry bag. Pipe the batter into the donut pan, dividing it evenly among the 6 donuts wells.
Bake for 10 - 14 minutes until the donuts have fluffed up and are no longer wet-looking. Take out of the oven and cool for 5 minutes before removing them from the pan. Place the donuts on a wire rack that is on top of a baking tray or plate.
To make the glaze, in a medium bowl, whisk the powdered sugar with 3 tablespoons of plant-based milk. If needed add 1 - 2 more tablespoons of plant-based milk to reach the desired consistency (4 tablespoons of plant-based milk was perfect for me). Dip a donut into the glaze, carefully flipping it so that both sides are glazed. Let drain off then place the glazed donut onto the wire rack with the baking tray underneath to catch excess glaze. Repeat with the remaining donuts. Let the glaze set for about 30 minutes before enjoying.
So now that you know what to do - let's get to making some Easy Vegan Glazed Donuts!! Trust me, you will not regret this decision! Easy Vegan Glazed Donuts go perfectly with your morning coffee or tea, or as a dessert after your favourite meal, or as a cheeky little snack when you're craving a little sugar kick! The options are endless!!
Bon appetegan!
Sam Turnbull
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Easy Vegan Glazed Donuts
Servings: donuts
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Ingredients
For the dry ingredients:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ⅓ cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
For the wet ingredients:
- ⅔ cup plant-based milk, (such as soy or oat)
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter,, melted
- 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
For the glaze:
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 3 - 5 tablespoons plant-based milk, (such as oat or soy)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (180C). Grease a donut baking pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients.In a medium bowl mix together all the wet ingredients. Now add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Do not over mix, lumps are totally cool.
- Scoop the batter into a large ziplock bag and cut the corner off of the bag, or use a reusable pastry bag. Pipe the batter into the donut pan, dividing it evenly among the 6 donuts wells.
- Bake for 10 - 14 minutes until the donuts have fluffed up and are no longer wet-looking. Take out of the oven and cool for 5 minutes before removing them from the pan. Place the donuts on a wire rack that is on top of a baking tray or plate.
- To make the glaze, in a medium bowl, whisk the powdered sugar with 3 tablespoons of plant-based milk. If needed add 1 - 2 more tablespoons of plant-based milk to reach the desired consistency (4 tablespoons of plant-based milk was perfect for me). Dip a donut into the glaze, carefully flipping it so that both sides are glazed. Let drain off then place the glazed donut onto the wire rack with the baking tray underneath to catch excess glaze. Repeat with the remaining donuts. Let the glaze set for about 30 minutes before enjoying.
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Chenoa says
My nephew has egg and dairy allergies so has a hard time finding good food. I made these once for him and now that’s all he asks for! They are delicious!!!!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Chenoa awww I LOVE this 😭💚 I’m so happy your nephew loved them so much, thank you for taking the time to leave such a sweet comment!
Nan says
I turned these into maple glazed donuts by swapping the vanilla in the donuts with maple extract and also adding some to the glaze. Soooo good and super easy to make.
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Nan! Oh WOW, maple glazed donuts sound incredible 🤩 That swap is genius. Thanks for sharing!
McArthur says
Awesome
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Yay!
Miranda Alvarez says
Can i make without the butter? is there a replacement option?
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
Hi Miranda! You can replace the vegan butter with a neutral oil (like canola or vegetable oil) for similar results. I wouldn’t recommend leaving it out completely, as the fat helps keep the donuts moist and tender. Let me know if you give it a try!
Allison Dounoulis says
Hello Sam and fellow fans! My daughter’s 17th birthday fell during our Orthodox Christian Nativity Fast. Orthodox Christians are vegan every Wednesday and Friday, for 40 days prior to Christmas and Easter and during a couple two week fasts each year. Your glazed + the chocolate and powdered donuts were a tremendous hit. I will definitely be frequenting and sharing your recipes during each fast period. Thank you!
Sam Turnbull @ It Doesn't Taste Like Chicken says
I'm so happy you enjoyed them! 🙂
Lori says
I have 2 of those pans but since we've been vegan I haven't made any donuts. Thank's so much for the recipe. I made a double batch and looked up your recipe for the chocolate glaze.6 chocolate and 6 apple cider! num!! oh and I ordered your new "Craving Vegan" can't wait until it gets here.
Lee says
Hi Sam, I just tried these, and while they are delicious, the consistency is that of cupcakes.....am I missing something?
Mikhail Whitworth says
Same!
Morgan says
Hi Sam.
These look amazing and i can’t wait to make them!
Can i ask how long they would freeze for?
Brittany says
Do you wait for the donuts to completely cool before glazing?
Terri says
Common sense says yes. I’m not sure how you’d hold onto a hot and soft donut to dip it in glaze.
Jessica says
These are SO good! With/without the glaze they are awesome! And kid approved! You've done it again Sam! Thank you!
Sam Turnbull says
Aww thank you so much Jessica!
Josh Dooley says
Do you have advice on which donut pan I should get ? Thanks !
Sam Turnbull says
This is the one I have and use 🙂
Nathalie says
So easy to make and incredibly delicious!!!
Sam Turnbull says
Yay! So happy you enjoyed!
Robin says
Does the trans fat come from the vegan butter?
Sam Turnbull says
Yes I would assume so 🙂
Carie says
Hey Sam,
I’m a super fan of your blog and recipes. Everything I’ve made from your recipes has been AMAZING! Thanks for all you do.
Also just a little fyi that the link to Vegan Double Chocolate Donuts in this post is currently going to the powdered donut recipe - but I found the recipe and it’s next on my list - yuuuuum!
Best,
Carie
Sam Turnbull says
Thank you so much, Carie!! And I've update the link, thanks for the heads up 🙂
Gina Caracci says
I cannot wait to make these tonight!!
I crave glazed donuts but dont like buying them. I make your other donuts all the time but was hoping for this recipe and here it is! The glaze makes the donuts!
You are a GENIUS!!
Sam Turnbull says
Thank you Gina! I hope you love them 🙂