Almond Donuts with Chocolate Glaze

There's something incredibly satisfying about enjoying a freshly baked donut, especially when it's made with wholesome ingredients. These Almond Donuts are not only delicious but also packed with nutritious ingredients like medjool dates, almond milk, and almond butter. Paired with a rich chocolate glaze, these donuts are sure to be a hit. Whether you're enjoying them with your morning coffee or as an afternoon treat, these donuts are a perfect way to indulge without the guilt.

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

• 9 medjool dates
• 1/2 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup arrowroot
• 1/2 tsp baking soda

For the Chocolate Glaze:

• 1 cup coconut milk
• 30g unsweetened chocolate
• 1 tbsp almond butter

Instructions:

Making the Donuts:

1. Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking.
2. In a high-speed blender, blend the medjool dates, unsweetened vanilla almond milk, and almond butter until smooth.
3. Add the almond flour, arrowroot, and baking soda to the blender. Blend until everything is well combined and you have a smooth batter.
4. Pour the batter into a silicone donut mold, filling each cavity about 3/4 full. I find the recipe works better when using mini donut molds!
5. Place the mold in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, or until the donuts are firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Allow the donuts to cool in the mold for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Making the Chocolate Glaze:

1. While the donuts are baking, melt the unsweetened chocolate and almond butter in a pan over low heat. Stir constantly to prevent burning.
2. Once the chocolate and almond butter are melted and combined, slowly stir in the coconut milk. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and has a glaze-like consistency.
3. If the glaze is too thick, add more coconut milk, a little at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

Glazing the Donuts:

1. Once the donuts have cooled completely, dip the tops into the chocolate glaze. Allow any excess to drip off.
2. For an extra touch of flavor and texture, top the glazed donuts with roasted nuts or coconut flakes.
3. Place the glazed donuts on a wire rack and allow the glaze to set before serving.

To make the sprinkles (optional):

1. Marinate the Coconut Flakes: Combine 1 1/2 cups of coconut flakes with 2 cups of cabbage juice (purple sprinkles) or beet juice (pink sprinkles). Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour to absorb the color.
2. Drain Excess Juice: After marinating, drain the excess juice using a sieve or strainer. You want the coconut flakes to be moist but not soaking wet.
3. Spread on Dehydrator Trays: Spread the marinated coconut flakes in a single layer on your dehydrator trays. Make sure they are evenly spread out to ensure even drying.
4. Dehydrate: Set your dehydrator to a temperature of about 125°F (52°C). Dehydrate for 8 to 12 hours, checking periodically. The flakes should be dry and crispy when done. Check them periodically for doneness, as dehydrator times can vary based on humidity and the specific dehydrator model you are using.
5. Cool and Store: Once fully dehydrated, let the coconut flakes cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Enjoy Your Homemade Almond Donuts!

These donuts are a delightful treat that you can feel good about eating. The combination of almond flour, dates, and almond butter creates a moist and flavorful donut, while the chocolate glaze adds a rich and decadent finish. Whether you're sharing them with friends and family or enjoying them all to yourself, these Almond Donuts are sure to become a favorite. Enjoy!

XOXO,

Cara