Low Carb Donuts Recipe

This Low Carb Donuts Recipe is a soft and cakey recipe, which is made with blanched almond flour and monk fruit sweetener. It’s a guilt-free breakfast treat, ready in about 25 minutes.

Low Carb Donuts Recipe Ingredients

The Donuts

• 1 cup Wholesome Yum Blanched Almond Flour
• 1/4 cup Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (or granulated keto sweetener)
• 2 tsp Baking powder
• 1 tsp Cinnamon
• 1/8 tsp Sea salt
• 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, melted (plus more for greasing)
• 1/4 cup Unsweetened almond milk (at room temperature)
• 2 large Eggs (at room temperature)
• 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract

The Coating

• 1/2 cup Besti Powdered Monk Fruit Allulose Blend (or powdered keto sweetener)

How To Make Low Carb Donuts Recipe

1. Preheat and Prep: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (177 degrees C). Grease a nonstick donut pan very well with butter or coconut oil spray. Even if it is nonstick, almond flour can cling, so don’t skip this step.
2. Whisk Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, stir together the almond flour, granulated sweetener, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt. Ensure there are no lumps.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, almond milk, eggs, and vanilla extract. (Make sure the milk and eggs are room temperature so the butter doesn’t solidify).
4. Mix the Batter: Whisk the wet mixture into the dry mixture until a smooth batter forms.
5. Fill the Pan: Transfer the batter evenly into the donut cavities, filling them about 3/4 of the way full. You can spoon it in, or transfer the batter to a ziplock bag, snip the corner, and pipe it in for a neater shape.
6. Bake: Bake for about 15 minutes. (Bake longer for a silicone pan, or possibly less time if your pan is dark metal). They are done when they are golden brown and spring back slightly when touched.
7. Cool and Release: Let them cool completely in the pan. This is crucial as almond flour baked goods are fragile when hot. Run a mini silicone spatula or a butter knife gently along the edges, then twist and release the donuts.
8. Coat: Pour the powdered sweetener into a small, shallow bowl. Press both sides of the cooled donuts into the powder to coat them generously.

Recipe Tips

• Sweetener Matters: Allulose-based sweeteners (like Besti) are best for the coating because they dissolve on the tongue like real sugar and don’t have the “cooling effect” of erythritol.
• Donut Pan Type: A light-colored metal nonstick pan usually yields the best rise and browning. If using a silicone mold, place it on a cookie sheet for stability and add 2-3 minutes to the baking time.
• Batter Consistency: The batter should be thick but pourable. If it is too stiff, add a teaspoon more almond milk.
• Prevent Sticking: If your pan is older, grease it generously. Almond flour doesn’t have the structure of gluten to pull away from the pan easily.
• Flavor Variations: Add a pinch of nutmeg or pumpkin pie spice to the batter for a fall version, or dip in melted sugar-free chocolate instead of the powdered coating.

What To Serve With Low Carb Donuts Recipe

Treat yourself to a coffee shop experience at home.

• Keto Coffee: Bulletproof coffee or a sugar-free latte.
• Crispy Bacon: The salty crunch contrasts perfectly with the sweet donut.
• Egg Bites: For a protein boost.
• Almond Milk: A cold glass on the side.

How To Store Low Carb Donuts Recipe

• Room Temperature: Keep in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days at room temperature.
• Refrigerate: Store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Note that the powdered coating may dissolve slightly in the humidity of the fridge; you can re-dust them before serving.
• Freeze: Freeze the donuts on a lined sheet pan until solid, then transfer to a freezer bag for up to 6 months. Recommendation: Freeze them without the powdered coating and coat them fresh after thawing for the best texture.

Low Carb Donuts Recipe Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 140
• Total Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 4g
• Cholesterol: 70mg
• Sodium: 180mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 5g
• Dietary Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 1g
• Protein: 5g
• Net Carbs: 2g

Nutrition information is estimated per donut (based on 6 donuts).

FAQs