Chocolate Donuts
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For donut enthusiasts looking for a plant-based alternative without sacrificing flavor or texture, here’s the perfect recipe! Who said that going vegan meant giving up your favorite treats? These soft, delightfully flavored donuts, topped with a dark chocolate glaze, are proof that you can combine indulgence with moral principles. And the good news: they’re incredibly simple to make. Just 15 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of baking.
If this recipe seems like the epitome of the vegan donut to you, know that it’s intentional. It’s a foundational recipe, a solid base you can rely on to achieve consistent and delicious results. However, at Maison Marmite, we understand that variety is the spice of life; that’s why we’re also introducing recipes that are out of the ordinary for the more adventurous among you! Have you ever thought about Matcha donuts, with that delicate touch of green tea? Or how about diving into the mysterious depths of activated charcoal donuts?
Maison Marmite is therefore proud to present a revised and improved version of this iconic dish without compromising its flavor and lightness! And when it comes to decoration, feel free to let your creativity run wild!
Chocolate Donuts
Equipment
- an oven
- A piping bag (optional)
- A donut mold (silicone or metal)
Ingredients
For the dough:
- 180 g of all-purpose flour
- 100 g of fine sugar
- 10 g of baking powder
- 2 g of salt
- 2 g of baking soda
- 180 ml of plant-based milk (almond milk, soy milk, etc.)
- 30 g of deodorized coconut oil (if it's solid, melt it before use)
- 5 ml of apple cider vinegar
- 5 ml of vanilla extract
For the chocolate glaze:
- 100 g of vegan dark chocolate
- 30 ml of plant-based milk (or more if needed)
- 30 g of powdered sugar (optional, for sweetness adjustment)
- 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a silicone or metal donut mold.
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, sugar, baking powder, salt, and baking soda.
- In another bowl, mix the plant-based milk, melted deodorized coconut oil, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract. If the deodorized coconut oil is solid, melt it in a double boiler or microwave until it's liquid before adding it to the wet ingredients. Make sure not to overheat it, as it can become too hot and lose some of its beneficial properties.
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until you have a smooth batter.
- Fill each donut mold three-quarters full with the batter, either using a piping bag (easiest) or a container with a pouring spout.
- Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for about 12 to 15 minutes or until they are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Meanwhile, prepare the glaze: melt the vegan dark chocolate in a double boiler (or microwave) until completely smooth and melted.
- Add the plant-based milk to the melted chocolate, stirring continuously until you achieve a smooth glaze consistency. If the glaze seems too thick, add a little more plant-based milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.
- If you want a sweeter glaze, you can add powdered sugar and vanilla extract at this stage. This is entirely optional. Mix well to incorporate the ingredients.
- Allow the chocolate glaze to cool slightly to thicken a bit.
- Dip each baked and cooled donut into the chocolate glaze, making sure to coat them evenly. You can also add decorations like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or chocolate sprinkles.
- Let the glaze harden at room temperature for a few minutes. And then... enjoy!
A recipe proposed by Maison Marmite
