Vegan Maple Donuts

Indulge in the delectable flavors of fall with our Vegan Maple Donuts. These mouthwatering treats are the epitome of autumn's essence, with the rich warmth of maple syrup and a hint of cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these vegan donuts are sure to become a seasonal favorite. The tender, cake-like texture is a delightful contrast to the sweet and velvety maple glaze that coats each one. You'll also love the addition of toasted pecans, providing a delightful crunch and extra dose of maple goodness. Whether you're craving a cozy morning treat or need a dessert to impress, these Vegan Maple Donuts hit all the right notes.

Vegan Maple Donuts

Vegan Maple Donuts Recipe Ingredients

For The Maple Donut Batter

  • 1 ¼ cup almond or oat milk
  • ½ cup melted vegan butter
  • ½ cup maple syrup
  • ½ cup brown sugar or purecane brown sugar substitute
  • 2 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 ½ cup regular or gluten-free all-purpose flour (King Arthur Measure for Measure gluten-free flour recommended)

For The Maple Donut Toppings

  • For Maple Glaze Frosting Option: 2 tablespoon maple syrup, 2 tablespoon almond milk, 2 tablespoon melted vegan butter, ½ cup powdered sugar or purecane confectioners sugar substitute
  • For Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting Option: 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar or purecane confectioners sugar substitute, 4 oz vegan cream cheese, 6 tablespoon softened vegan butter, 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • For Toasted Maple Pecans Topping: Coconut oil spray or vegan butter, 2 tablespoon maple syrup, ½ cup chopped pecans
Vegan Maple Donuts

How to Make Vegan Maple Donuts

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond milk, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, brown sugar (or substitute), vanilla, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add the flour and mix until a thick batter forms.
  3. Spoon the batter into 18 silicone donut molds coated with nonstick spray, taking care not to overfill. Bake for 20-25 minutes until the donuts have risen.
  4. While the donuts bake, whisk together the maple glaze ingredients or use an electric hand mixer to blend the vegan cinnamon cream cheese glaze ingredients. You can microwave the cinnamon cream cheese glaze for about 20 seconds to make dipping the donuts easier. After baking, remove the donuts from the molds and allow them to cool for 2 minutes. Dip each donut into the maple glaze before serving.
  5. For the Maple Pecans, grease a small skillet with coconut oil spray or vegan butter and heat it over medium heat. Add the pecans and maple syrup, and cook for about 2 minutes, or until the syrup bubbles and the pecans brown. Let the pecans cool before sprinkling them on top of the vegan maple donuts.
Vegan Maple Donuts

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I store leftover vegan maple donuts?

Allow the donuts to cool completely at room temperature.
Place the donuts in an airtight container or resealable plastic bag. You can layer them with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Seal the container or bag tightly to prevent air from getting in, which can dry out the donuts.
Store the container or bag in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.

For longer storage, you can freeze the donuts:
Allow the donuts to cool completely at room temperature.
Place the donuts in a single layer on a baking sheet and put them in the freezer for about 1-2 hours until they are firm.
Transfer the partially frozen donuts into a freezer-safe container or resealable freezer bag, separating layers with parchment paper.
Label the container or bag with the date.
Store the donuts in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

When you're ready to enjoy them, simply thaw the frozen donuts in the refrigerator or at room temperature and warm them in the microwave or oven for a few seconds to restore their freshness.

What donut baking mold do you recommend?

We love this one from Amazon! Click the image below to be redirected to the Amazon listing. They are inexpensive and work great!Silicone Donut Molds

Do you have any other vegan donut recipes?

Absolutely! Here is a list of vegan donut recipes that you may love!
Blueberry Donuts
Cinnamon Sugar Donuts
Powdered Sugar Donuts
Banana Bread Donuts

Vegan Maple Donuts

Vegan Maple Donuts

Jillian Glenn
Enjoy the flavors of fall with our Vegan Maple Donuts. These cakey delights are glazed with rich maple goodness and topped with toasted pecans for a crunchy contrast. Perfect for breakfast or dessert, they're a delectable seasonal treat.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 16
Calories 318 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegan Maple Donuts Ingredients

Maple Glaze

  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoon almond milk
  • 2 tablespoon melted vegan butter
  • ½ cup powdered sugar or ¼ cup purecane confectioners sugar substitute

Cinnamon Cream Cheese Frosting

  • 1 ¼ cup powdered sugar or ¾ cup purecane confectioners sugar substitute
  • 4 oz vegan cream cheese
  • 6 tablespoon softened vegan butter
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Toasted Maple Pecans

  • coconut oil spray or vegan butter
  • 2 tablespoon maple syrup
  • ½ cup chopped pecans

Instructions
 

How To Make Vegan Maple Donuts

  • Preheat the oven to 350
  • Mix the almond milk, melted vegan butter, maple syrup, sugar or purecane, vanilla, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together. Then, add the flour and mix until a thick batter is formed.
  • Spoon the batter into 18 silicone donut molds that have been sprayed with nonstick spray. Be careful not to over fill the molds. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the donuts have risen.
  • While the donuts are baking, either whisk together the maple glaze ingredients in a bowl or use an electric hand mixer to mix the vegan cinnamon cream cheese glaze ingredients. I like to microwave my cinnamon cream cheese glaze for about 20 seconds to make the donuts easier to dip in! Once the donuts are done baking, remove them from the molds and allow them to cool for 2 minutes. Dip each donut into the maple glaze before serving.

Maple Pecans for Topping

  • Bring a small skillet greased with coconut oil spray or vegan butter to medium heat, add the pecans and maple syrup and cook for about 2 minutes or until the syrup is bubbling, fragrant, and the pecans are browned. Allow the pecans to cool before sprinkling on top of the vegan maple donuts

Nutrition

Serving: 1frosted donutCalories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 281mgPotassium: 62mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 339IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 84mgIron: 1mg
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