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Banana Bread Donuts

Irresistibly Soft Banana Bread Donuts You’ll Love to Bake

These light and fluffy Banana Bread Donuts are a healthy alternative to traditional treats, perfect for breakfast or snacks.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base Mix
  • 2 large Mashed Banana Use ripe, overripe bananas for the best natural sweetness and moisture.
  • 3 tablespoons Pure Maple Syrup or Honey Substitute with agave syrup for a vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Oil or Water Melted coconut oil or applesauce can be great lower-fat substitutes.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Optional; can use almond extract for a twist.
For the Dry Mixture
  • 1 cup Flour Options include white, spelt, oat, or gluten-free flour.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for proper rising.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances the sweetness of the bananas.

Equipment

  • Donut Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • sifter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your donut pan.
  2. In a bowl, combine mashed bananas, maple syrup, oil or water, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  3. In another bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually fold into the wet ingredients until just combined.
  4. Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
  5. Bake for approximately 8 minutes until golden brown. Insert a toothpick to check doneness.
  6. Allow donuts to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. Optionally frost or glaze cooled donuts or dust with cinnamon sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 2gFat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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