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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Donuts with Cream Cheese Glaze Recipe

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These Gluten Free Pumpkin Donuts with Cream Cheese Glaze are a delicious, moist treat made with almond flour and pumpkin puree. Perfectly spiced with pumpkin pie spice and coated with a smooth dairy-free cream cheese glaze, they offer a healthy twist on classic donuts, suitable for gluten-free diets. Baked to perfection, they provide a fluffy, tender texture and a rich flavor that’s perfect for fall or any time you crave a comforting sweet snack.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups blanched almond flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin pie spice
  • Extra granulated monk fruit and 1 tsp cinnamon for coating

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 3/4 cup granulated monk fruit
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or Greek yogurt (can also substitute with applesauce or dairy-free coconut yogurt)
  • 1 tablespoon almond milk

Cream Cheese Glaze

  • 4 oz dairy-free cream cheese (such as Kite Hill)
  • 1 1/4 cup powdered Swerve*
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter (room temperature)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to warm up while you prepare the donut batter.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, baking soda, salt, and pumpkin pie spice. Stir to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, granulated monk fruit, pumpkin puree, vanilla extract, melted coconut oil (or Greek yogurt/applesauce), and almond milk until fully incorporated.
  4. Combine Batter: Using an electric mixer on medium/high speed, blend the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until the batter is smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl a few times to ensure thorough mixing.
  5. Prepare Donut Pans: Grease two 6-hole donut pans (or one 12-hole pan) with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  6. Fill Donut Molds: Pour or pipe the batter evenly into each of the six molds per pan, filling them adequately but not overflowing.
  7. Bake Donuts: Place the pans in the oven and bake for 15-17 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean. Be careful not to overbake to keep them moist.
  8. Cool Donuts: Allow the donuts to cool in the pans for 3-4 minutes, then transfer to a wire cooling rack. The tops will be flat, and the bottoms will puff like classic donuts – many choose to ice the bottoms for a more authentic look.
  9. Prepare Cream Cheese Glaze: In a mixing bowl, combine dairy-free cream cheese, powdered Swerve, vegan butter, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Use a handheld mixer to whip the ingredients for about 40 seconds or until smooth and creamy.
  10. Glaze Donuts: Once the donuts have fully cooled, use a spoon or piping bag to generously glaze each donut with the cream cheese mixture.
  11. Optional Coating: For extra flavor and texture, roll or sprinkle the donuts in a mixture of granulated monk fruit and cinnamon.
  12. Serve and Store: Enjoy the donuts fresh or store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week.

Notes

  • Use melted coconut oil for a dairy-free fat option; alternatively, Greek yogurt or applesauce can be used for moisture.
  • If you don’t have powdered Swerve, you can substitute with confectioners’ erythritol or powdered sugar, but the glaze may have a different texture.
  • The recipe yields 8 donuts; adjust quantities as needed for larger batches.
  • Ensure the donuts cool completely before glazing to prevent melting.
  • The pumpkin pie spice can be adjusted based on preference or substituted with a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and cloves.
  • For a vegan variation, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg) and ensure dairy-free substitutions for other ingredients.

Keywords: gluten free pumpkin donuts, pumpkin spice donuts, dairy free glaze, healthy donuts, almond flour donuts, fall desserts, paleo donuts, diabetic-friendly

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