Chocolate Vegan Donut Recipe Strawberry Glaze

I just made these chocolate vegan donuts with a strawberry glaze and i gotta say, the rich cocoa mixed with that tangy, real fruit twist totally changed my dessert game.

I love makin these chocolate vegan donuts. I mix all purpose flour with cocoa powder, sugar, almond milk, coconut oil and a bit of apple cider vinegar and vanilla extract for a rich, flavorful base.

My strawberry glaze uses fresh pureed strawberries, powdered sugar and a hint of lemon juice for a tangy finish.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour offers carbs that give you energy and a nice, fluffy texture.
• Unsweetened cocoa powder is rich in antioxidants and gives the donuts a deep, chocolaty flavor.
• Granulated sugar makes it sweet while balancing the slight bitterness of the cocoa.
• Unsweetened almond milk provides moisture and a light nutty taste to the batter.
• Coconut oil adds healthy fats and helps create a tender bite in every donut.
• Fresh strawberry puree for the glaze brings a tangy, fruity kick and vitamin boost.
• Sifted powdered sugar gives the glaze a smooth finish and extra sweetness.

Ingredient Quantities

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
• 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• For the strawberry glaze: 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, pureed
• For the strawberry glaze: 1 cup sifted powdered sugar
• For the strawberry glaze: 1 tsp lemon juice

How to Make this

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease your donut pan really well so the donuts won’t stick.

2. In a large bowl, sift together the 2 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 1/2 tsp baking powder, and 1/4 tsp salt.

3. In another bowl, mix 1 cup unsweetened almond milk, 1/3 cup melted coconut oil, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.

4. Pour your wet mix into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined; don’t overmix or the donuts might turn out tough.

5. Spoon the batter evenly into your donut pan filling each cavity nearly to the top.

6. Bake the donuts in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

7. While the donuts cool, prepare your strawberry glaze by mixing 1/2 cup pureed fresh strawberries with 1 cup sifted powdered sugar and 1 tsp lemon juice in a small bowl.

8. Stir the glaze until it is smooth, adding a little extra powdered sugar if it seems too runny.

9. Once the donuts are cool enough to handle, dip the tops in the strawberry glaze or use a brush to spread it evenly over them.

10. Let the glaze set for about 5 minutes then enjoy your delicious chocolate vegan donuts with a tasty strawberry twist!

Equipment Needed

1. Preheated oven (set to 375°F)
2. Donut pan (make sure to grease it well)
3. Measuring cups and spoons (for all of the ingredients)
4. Large mixing bowl (to sift and combine the dry ingredients)
5. A sifter (to properly sift the flour and cocoa powder)
6. Medium mixing bowl (for mixing the wet ingredients and later the strawberry glaze)
7. Wooden spoon or spatula (for stirring the batter and glaze)
8. Spoon (for evenly scooping the batter into the donut pan)
9. Toothpick (for testing if the donuts are baked all the way through)
10. Pastry brush (if you wanna brush on the glaze evenly)
11. Cooling rack or plate (for letting the donuts cool before glazing)

FAQ

• Q: Do i have to preheat my oven?
  
  A: Yup, make sure to preheat it to 375°F since it helps the donuts bake evenly and get that perfect texture.
• Q: Can i use another milk besides unsweetened almond milk?
  
  A: Yeah, you can use any plant-based milk like oat or soy but just keep in mind it might change the flavor slightly.
• Q: How can i tell when the donuts are done?
  
  A: The best way is to do a toothpick test – if it comes out clean, then your donuts are ready.
• Q: Can i make the strawberry glaze ahead of time?
  
  A: Definitely, you can prepare it in advance but its best to use it within a day to keep that fresh taste.
• Q: What if i dont have fresh strawberries for the glaze?
  
  A: You can use frozen strawberries too, just thaw and drain off any extra liquid before pureeing.

Chocolate Vegan Donut Recipe Strawberry Glaze Substitutions and Variations

• Instead of all-purpose flour, you can try using whole wheat flour or a gluten-free flour blend which might need a little extra liquid.
• You can swap unsweetened cocoa powder with a dark chocolate powder if you dont mind a slightly different flavor.
• If you don’t have unsweetened almond milk, any plant-based milk like soy or oat milk will work just fine.
• Coconut oil can be replaced with a neutral oil like canola oil, though the flavor might be a tad different.
• If you run out of apple cider vinegar, a bit of white vinegar or extra lemon juice can do the trick.

Pro Tips

1. Make sure you don’t over mix the batter – stir it just until the wet and dry ingredients combine. Over stirring can make the donuts turn out tough, so stop when you see a few lumps.

2. Grease your donut pan really well. It might sound obvious, but a well greased pan stops the donuts from sticking and breaking when you try to pop them out.

3. When you’re checking if the donuts are done, test one at the center with a toothpick. If it comes out mostly clean, they’re ready. Since ovens vary, keep an eye on them after 12 minutes so they don’t get overbaked.

4. For the glaze, if mixing the pureed strawberries with powdered sugar makes it too runny, add a bit more powdered sugar until you get the right consistency. This helps the glaze stick better to the donuts.

Hope these tips help you make the perfect chocolate vegan donuts with that cool strawberry twist!