Imagine sinking your teeth into a soft, moist donut that's not only incredibly delicious but also completely vegan and packed with nutritious ingredients. These Vegan Peanut Butter Banana Donuts are about to revolutionize your breakfast or snack time, proving that healthy eating can be an absolute flavor explosion! With the perfect balance of sweet banana, creamy peanut butter, and a light, fluffy texture, these donuts will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about plant-based desserts.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 12 donuts
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup almond milk
- ½ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 12-cavity donut pan with non-stick cooking spray or coconut oil to ensure easy removal of donuts.
- In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients to prepare for wet ingredient incorporation.
- In a separate medium bowl, mash the ripe banana until smooth and creamy. Add peanut butter, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract. Whisk these wet ingredients until completely combined and no lumps remain.
- Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the dry ingredient bowl. Gently fold and mix until just combined, being careful not to overmix. The batter should be thick but smooth.
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a large zip-lock bag with a corner cut off. Carefully pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling them about ¾ full.
- Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean and the tops are golden brown.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes. Then, carefully transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Optional: Once cooled, you can dust the donuts with powdered sugar, drizzle with melted chocolate, or top with additional peanut butter for extra flavor.
- Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Tips
- Use a very ripe banana for maximum natural sweetness and moisture.
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature for the smoothest batter.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense donuts.
- If you don't have a donut pan, you can use a muffin tin for a similar effect.
- For extra moisture, ensure your peanut butter is at room temperature and well-mixed.
- Check donuts a few minutes early - oven temperatures can vary slightly.
- Let donuts cool completely before adding any toppings to prevent sogginess.
- For a protein boost, you can add a scoop of vegan protein powder to the dry ingredients.
- Experiment with different nut milks or sweeteners to customize the flavor profile.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 6g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
