Bake vegan zucchini donuts—soft, moist, dairy-free treats made with fresh zucchini and naturally sweet ingredients.
⏱ Time
Prep: 15 minutes
Bake: 18–22 minutes
Serves: 8–10 donuts
🧺 Ingredients
- 1 cup grated zucchini (squeezed dry)
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour or whole-wheat flour
- ½ cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- ⅓ cup neutral oil or melted coconut oil
- ½ cup plant-based milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Optional Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp plant-based milk
👩🍳 Instructions
Firstly, preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and lightly grease a donut pan.
Next, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
Then, whisk oil, plant-based milk, and vanilla in another bowl.
After that, combine wet and dry ingredients gently.
Next, fold in grated zucchini until evenly mixed.
Finally, spoon batter into the donut pan and bake for 18–22 minutes. Cool slightly before glazing if desired.
🌟 Tips & Variations
- Gluten-Free: Use a 1:1 gluten-free flour blend.
- Chocolate Zucchini Donuts: Add 2 tbsp cocoa powder and chocolate chips.
- Spiced Version: Add nutmeg or pumpkin spice.
- Low-Sugar: Reduce sugar and skip glaze.
- Air-Fryer: Bake at 160°C (320°F) for 10–12 minutes.
🌿 Benefits of Vegan Zucchini Donuts
Firstly, zucchini adds moisture, fiber, and vitamins without overpowering flavor.
Secondly, baking instead of frying lowers fat and calorie content.
Moreover, plant-based ingredients make these donuts cholesterol-free.
In addition, natural sweeteners reduce refined sugar intake.
As a result, you enjoy a treat that’s both tasty and nourishing.
Finally, these donuts are easy to digest and family-friendly.
🧒 Kid-Friendly Version
- Firstly, peel zucchini so kids don’t notice green flecks.
- Then, add dairy-free chocolate chips or sprinkles.
- Next, use fun glaze colors for excitement.
- Finally, make mini donuts for little hands.
🧮 Nutrition Facts (Per Donut – Approximate)
- Calories: 160–180 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Sugar: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
