Banana Bread Donuts Recipe

Introduction

Banana Bread Donuts are a delightful twist on classic banana bread, offering a soft, flavorful treat in a fun donut shape. These moist, naturally sweetened donuts are perfect for breakfast or a snack and come together quickly with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

• 2/3 cup mashed banana
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
• 2 tbsp oil or water
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
• 1 cup flour (white, spelt, oat, or gluten-free all-purpose)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan or mini muffin tin to prevent sticking.
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, maple syrup or honey, oil (or water), and vanilla extract until well combined.
3. Step 3: In a separate bowl, mix the flour, baking powder, and salt. Stir the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients to form a smooth donut batter.
4. Step 4: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the surface of each donut.
5. Step 5: Bake for about 8 minutes, or until the donuts have risen and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
6. Step 6: Allow the donuts to cool slightly before carefully removing them from the pan. Serve plain or with your favorite icing.

Tips & Variations

• Try using different flours like spelt or oat for varied flavors and textures, but avoid almond or whole wheat flour as they haven’t been tested with this recipe.
• For a richer taste, add cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter.
• Top the donuts with cinnamon cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for extra indulgence.
• If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the maple syrup or honey slightly.

Storage

Store the banana bread donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them refrigerated for up to a week. To reheat, warm in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or enjoy them cold.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use almond flour or whole wheat flour instead of regular flour?

This recipe has not been tested with almond flour or whole wheat flour, so results may vary. It’s best to use white, spelt, oat, or gluten-free all-purpose flour for the best texture.

How do I know when the donuts are done baking?

The donuts are ready when they have risen and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean. This usually takes about 8 minutes at 350°F (175°C).

Banana Bread Donuts Recipe

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Delicious and moist Banana Bread Donuts made with simple ingredients like mashed bananas, maple syrup, and flour. These baked treats combine the comforting flavors of banana bread in a fun, donut shape, perfect for breakfast or a snack. Easy to prepare with wholesome options including gluten-free flour alternatives.

• Author: Mia
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 8 minutes
• Total Time: 18 minutes
• Yield: 8 donuts 1x
• Category: Breakfast
• Method: Baking
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

• 2/3 cup mashed banana
• 3 tbsp pure maple syrup or honey
• 2 tbsp oil or water
• 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)

Dry Ingredients

• 1 cup flour (white, spelt, oat, or Bob’s gluten free all purpose flour)
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the mashed banana, maple syrup or honey, oil or water, and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
2. Preheat and grease pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan or a mini muffin tin thoroughly to prevent sticking.
3. Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the flour, baking powder, and salt until evenly mixed.
4. Form the batter: Gradually add the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to form your donut batter. Avoid overmixing to keep the donuts tender.
5. Fill the pan: Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan or mini muffin tin, smoothing the tops for even baking.
6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for about 8 minutes, or until the donuts have risen and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
7. Cool and remove: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes before gently popping them out. Cool completely on a wire rack before serving or icing.
8. Optional icing: For added flavor, top the cooled donuts with your choice of icing such as cinnamon cream cheese frosting as suggested in the original recipe notes.

Notes

• You can use white, spelt, oat, or Bob’s gluten free all-purpose flour, but almond or whole wheat flours are not recommended for this recipe as they haven’t been tested.
• Ensure not to overbake to maintain donut softness; keep an eye around the 8-minute mark.
• Grease donut pans well to easily remove the baked donuts without breaking.
• Vanilla extract is optional but adds a nice aroma and depth to the flavor.
• Feel free to customize with your preferred sweetener, such as honey or maple syrup.
• The recipe is easily doubled or tripled for larger batches.

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