Gluten-Free Chocolate Donuts with White Chocolate Glaze
These Gluten-Free Chocolate Donuts with White Chocolate Glaze are easy to make with almond and tapioca flour and naturally sweetened with maple syrup. They have half the sugar of traditional donuts, and the white chocolate glaze adds a perfect finishing touch. Perfect for any occasion, these donuts will be a hit with everyone!
These Gluten-Free Chocolate Donuts with White Chocolate Glaze are a must-try if you’ve never baked donuts at home! With just a simple donut mold and everyday ingredients, you can whip up these gluten-free chocolate donuts that are packed with flavor and look great too. Made with almond and tapioca flour and naturally sweetened with maple syrup, they contain half the sugar of traditional donuts but all the rich, chocolatey goodness. Coconut oil adds a nutrient-dense, healthy touch, while the white chocolate glaze brings the perfect finishing touch.
Whether you’re serving them for a Barbie-themed birthday party, a special occasion, or just because, these donuts are sure to bring a smile to everyone’s face—gluten-free or not. You’ll feel proud knowing you’re serving something both delicious and wholesome!
Why You’ll Love My Gluten-Free Chocolate Donut Recipe
- Rich and Chocolatey: These donuts pack all the chocolate flavor you crave, but with cleaner ingredients.
- Gluten-Free and Naturally Sweetened: Made with almond flour and maple syrup, these donuts have half the sugar of traditional versions.
- Stylish and Fun: With a white chocolate glaze, they’re perfect for special events or even just a fun treat at home.
- Easy to Make: No special equipment needed—just a donut mold and some basic baking ingredients.
Ingredients & Substitutions
Here is everything you need to make the best-tasting gluten-free chocolate donuts w/ white chocolate glaze recipe:
Eggs:Â If you are vegan or allergic to eggs, you can substitute a flax egg or chia egg.*
Maple syrup: Maple syrup is a natural sweetener that adds sweetness and flavor to the donuts. If you do not have maple syrup, substitute another liquid sweetener, such as honey, agave nectar, or brown rice syrup.
Coconut oil: Coconut oil is a healthy fat that adds moisture and richness to the donuts. It also helps to keep the donuts moist after they are baked. If you do not have coconut oil, you can substitute another oil, such as canola, vegetable, or grapeseed.*
Vanilla extract: Vanilla extract is a flavoring agent that adds a delicious vanilla flavor to the donuts. If you do not have vanilla extract, you can substitute another extract, such as almond, lemon, or orange.
Almond extract: Almond extract is a flavoring agent that adds a delicious almond flavor to the donuts. If you do not have almond extract, you can substitute another extract, such as vanilla, lemon, or orange.
Almond flour: Almond flour is a gluten-free flour made from ground almonds. It adds a nutty flavor and texture to the donuts. If you do not have almond flour, you can substitute another gluten-free flour, such as tapioca, rice, or quinoa flour.*
Tapioca flour: Tapioca flour is a gluten-free flour made from ground tapioca pearls. It helps to bind the ingredients together and gives the donuts a chewy texture. If you do not have tapioca flour, you can substitute another gluten-free flour, such as rice flour, quinoa flour, or potato starch.*
Cocoa powder: If you do not have cocoa powder, substitute another chocolate powder, such as Dutch-processed or unsweetened.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon is a spice that adds a warm and flavorful note to the donuts. If you do not have cinnamon, substitute another spice, such as nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom.*
White chocolate melting wafers: If you do not have white chocolate melting wafers, you can substitute another type of chocolate, such as semisweet chocolate chips or milk chocolate chips.
Natural pink food coloring: Natural pink food coloring is used to color the glaze for the donuts. If you do not have natural pink food coloring, you can substitute another natural food coloring, such as beetroot powder or spirulina powder.
Sprinkles: If you do not have sprinkles, you can omit them or use another decoration, such as chopped nuts or chocolate chips.
*I have not tested this substitution.
How to Make My Baked Chocolate Donuts Recipe
Step 1: Blend the Wet Ingredients
Add the eggs, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
Step 2: Add the Dry Ingredients
Add the almond flour, tapioca flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
Step 3: Pour into the Donut Pan
Generously spray your donut pan with non-stick spray. These are my favorite pans. Fill each donut cavity with batter 1/8″ below the top.
Bake at 350°F for 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan on your counter for 10-15 minutes before removing them from the mold.
Step 4: Prep the Chocolate Glaze
Pour white chocolate melting wafers into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals stirring in between until melted and smooth. Stir in coconut oil and natural food coloring powder. Stir until well combined.
Step 5: Style the Donuts
Method 1: Dip the donut upside-down in the bowl of melted chocolate. Place it right-side-up and sprinkle with sprinkles while the chocolate is still melted. Allow to cool and enjoy.
Method 2: Place it right-side-up on a cooling rack. Drizzle the chocolate over the donut with a spoon. First, pour the chocolate around the edges of the donut to create the drips. Then spread additional chocolate around the top of the donut if needed to fill it in. Then sprinkle with sprinkles while the chocolate is still melted. Allow to cool and enjoy!
Gluten-Free Baked Chocolate Donuts Recipe Notes
- Make sure the maple syrup is room temperature before adding it to the batter. This will help to prevent the eggs from curdling.
- Don’t overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the donuts tough.
- Bake the donuts until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the donuts to cool completely before glazing. This will help the glaze to set properly.
- For a fun twist, try adding different flavors of sprinkles to the donuts.
- If you don’t have a donut pan, you can use a muffin tin. Just make sure to grease the tin well so the donuts don’t stick.
- You can also make these donuts vegan by using a vegan butter and milk alternative.
- If you want to make the donuts ahead of time, you can bake them and then freeze them. When you’re ready to eat them, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then glaze them.
Delicious Serving Suggestions
- For a themed party: Perfect for Barbie-themed birthday parties or any fun, stylish event.
- Topped with sprinkles: Add a touch of color with natural sprinkles or edible glitter for an extra special presentation.
- Paired with hot chocolate: Serve with a warm drink for a cozy afternoon snack.
- As a dessert table showstopper: These donuts are the perfect centerpiece for any dessert spread.
Do you love donuts? Check out more of my easy and nutritious donut recipes:
Gluten-Free Chocolate Donuts with White Chocolate Glaze
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
Dry Ingredients:
- 1-1/4 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup tapioca flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Chocolate Glaze:
- 1/2 cup white chocolate melting wafers
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon natural pink food coloring
- 2 tablespoons sprinkles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Add the eggs, coconut oil, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and almond extract to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
- Add the almond flour, tapioca flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon to the mixing bowl. Whisk until well blended.
- Generously spray your donut pan with non-stick spray. These are my favorite pans. Fill each donut cavity with batter 1/8" below the top.Bake at 350°F for 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.Allow the donuts to cool in the pan on your counter for 10-15 minutes before removing them from the mold.
- Pour white chocolate melting wafers into a microwave-safe bowl. Microwave in 20-second intervals stirring in between until melted and smooth. Stir in coconut oil and natural food coloring powder. Stir until well combined.
Styling the Donuts:
- Method 1: Dip the donut upside-down in the bowl of melted chocolate. Place it right-side-up and sprinkle with sprinkles while the chocolate is still melted. Allow to cool and enjoy!
- Method 2: Place it right-side-up on a cooling rack. Drizzle the chocolate over the donut with a spoon. First, pour the chocolate around the edges of the donut to create the drips. Then spread additional chocolate around the top of the donut if needed to fill it in. Then sprinkle with sprinkles while the chocolate is still melted. Allow to cool and enjoy!
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So simple and so good, perfect gluten free and white sugar free option! Love that it’s a one bowl recipe, all prep can be easily done while the oven is preheating.
Baked these donuts with kids three times already with different flavours. We are not huge fans of chocolate so our favourite so far is substituting cocoa powder with some extra almond flour and adding a zest of one large orange. Yum!
This makes me so happy! I love that you’ve adapted the flavors to your family’s favorites 🙂 Thank you for sharing!