Gluten Free Gingerbread Donuts

These Dairy Free, Gluten Free Gingerbread Donuts with cinnamon sugar are baked to perfection, with healthy and natural ingredients! They’re moist and fluffy, filled with cozy holiday gingerbread spices and perfect for Christmas morning.

The holiday season is always filled with sweet treats. What better way to celebrate than with fluffy gluten free gingerbread donuts and a cup of coffee.

Yeah, you heard me right—donuts that are soft, fluffy, full of warm gingerbread spices, and (drum roll, please) gluten-free! 

Oh, and did I mention they’re sugar-free too? So, you can totally have that second (or third) donut without the sugar crash. 

These beauties are basically what happens when your favorite gingerbread cookies meet the magic of donuts, and trust me, it’s a match made in heaven.

Whether you’re whipping these up for a holiday brunch, cozying up with a treat after a snow-filled day, or just flexing your baking muscles for the ‘Gram, these gingerbread donuts are here to sleigh the holiday season. 

Grab your donut pans and get ready to feel like a festive baking queen (or king) because we’re about to make some serious magic happen.

I get so excited for Christmas because of cozy sweaters, fuzzy socks, and warm frothy drinks snuggled up by the fireplace. We cannot forget Justin Bieber “Mistletoe” song on repeat as well.

If you love gluten free treats you won’t want to miss my Gluten Free Chocolate Glazed Donuts or my Gluten Free Chocolate Fudge Crinkle Cookies.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THESE GLUTEN FREE GINGERBREAD DONUTS

• Gingerbread Vibes: All the warm, cozy spices of gingerbread cookies but in fluffy, donut form. It’s basically holiday perfection.

• Gluten-Free Goodness: Made with almond flour, these donuts are gluten-free but still have that perfect texture that will make you forget all about regular donuts.

• Protein-Packed: Thanks to the collagen peptides (or protein powder), these donuts are not only delicious but give you a little protein boost too. Who said treats couldn’t be functional?

• No Sugar? No Problem! Using Lakanto keeps these donuts sugar-free without sacrificing sweetness. You can indulge without worrying about that post-donut sugar crash.

• Super Easy to Make: No need to be a master baker—this recipe is simple, quick, and doesn’t require any fancy ingredients. It’s the perfect holiday baking project for when you want something festive and fabulous without the hassle.

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS FOR THE DELICIOUS GINGERBREAD DONUTS

You will need the following ingredients listed below to make these gluten free donuts (the exact measurements, nutritional information and full recipe are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post):

• Almond flour – do not substitute coconut flour 1:1 in this recipe or it will flop. The only other flour I would recommend is a 1:1 gluten free all-purpose flour with xanthan gum like Bob’s Red Mill carries.
• Baking powder
• Salt
• Powdered sugar
• Collagen peptides
• Cinnamon
• Ground ginger powder
• Coconut butter
• Coconut oil – could also use melted butter in place.
• Vanilla extract
• Eggs
• Water
• Blackstrap molasses
• Brown sugar – or a substitute like coconut sugar or monk fruit sweetener.

HOW TO MAKE THE GLUTEN-FREE GINGERBREAD DONUTS

First things first, you’re going to need donut molds or a mini donut pan. You could also use a muffin tin for this recipe, but obviously it wouldn’t result in a donut.

Donut pans are super inexpensive, I got mine off amazon. I love the silicone ones as I find them easier to use and the perfect size, just slightly smaller than regular size donuts!

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a doughnut pan or spray with nonstick cooking spray and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, powdered sugar, collagen peptides, cinnamon and ginger powder.

In a separate bowl combine the melted coconut butter, coconut oil, vanilla, and water. Add in the eggs and molasses last.

Then combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients. Do not over mix.

Fill the greased donut pan to the top with batter. Bake for about 12-15 minutes, do not overcook the donuts – very important!

Once a toothpick comes out clean in the donuts, remove them from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack. Then brush a small amount of melted coconut oil on donuts.

Proceed to dunk donuts into brown sugar to coat them. Sprinkle cinnamon and devour your baked gingerbread doughnuts.

Making these dairy free baked donuts is VERY similar to making muffins, so if you can make a muffin, you should have no problem with these babies!

Some people choose to use a piping bag to add the donut batter into the silicone donut pan, but this is not 100% necessary.

I use a spoon to add the batter into the pan, then shake and hit the pan flat on the countertop so everything is even.

A FEW NOTES WHEN MAKING THESE BAKED GINGERBREAD DONUTS

• These donuts are baked rather than fried, making them A LOT more healthy than a traditional donut recipe. However, keep in mind they don’t taste like a real bakery style donut. 
• I like to use refined coconut oil since it doesn’t have a strong coconut flavour, however regular coconut oil or any neutral tasting oil will do the trick! 
• I like using almond flour in this recipe as it keeps the gingerbread donuts super moist! The only other flour I’ve tested this recipe with was oat flour, which also worked. If you try a 1:1 baking gluten-free flour blend let me know in the comments!
• Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up for 4 days.

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BEST RESULTS

• Room Temp Eggs Are Key: Make sure your eggs are at room temperature before mixing them in. This helps the donuts rise better and gives them that fluffy texture we all love.

• Don’t Skip the Coating: Rolling the donuts in brown sugar or golden Lakanto gives them that extra bit of sweetness and crunch. Trust me, it’s worth it!

• Customize Your Protein: You can swap the collagen peptides for your favorite protein powder. Vanilla or cinnamon-flavored protein would work beautifully here.

• Make Them Ahead: These donuts store well in an airtight container, so feel free to make them the night before and wake up to a batch of holiday cheer.

• Extra Festive Touch: Drizzle some melted coconut butter over the top for an extra chef’s kiss finish. It’s like frosting, but healthier and still delicious!

FAQS

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A FRIED DONUT AND A BAKED DONUT?

A traditional fried donut is made by dropping sweet donut batter into hot oil. It is usually filled with sugar, fats, and other unhealthy ingredients.

Baked donuts are like making muffins or cupcakes. The batter is prepared, you bake them in a donut pan, and then cover with glaze.

This donut recipe is loaded with healthy fats, protein, and brain fuel which creates the perfect gingerbread donuts recipe.

CAN I MAKE MINI GINGERBREAD DONUTS?

Absolutely! This recipe works perfectly for mini donuts. Just reduce the baking time to around 8-10 minutes. These bite-sized treats are the perfect treat for a holiday party or a fun snack for kids.

HOW DO I KEEP THE DONUTS FROM STICKING TO THE PAN?

Make sure to use non-stick cooking spray or grease your donut pan with coconut oil before adding the batter. This helps your donuts pop right out after baking without falling apart.

CAN I FREEZE THIS FUN TREAT?

Yes! These donuts freeze well. Just place them in a plastic bag or airtight container, and when you’re ready to eat, let them thaw at room temperature. If you like your donuts warm, give them a quick heat-up in the microwave for about 10 seconds.

CAN I MAKE THESE INTO VEGAN GINGERBREAD DONUTS?

These are gluten free and can easily be made dairy free, however I have not tested the recipe without an egg. If you decide to try, you will want to substitute with a flax egg.

Other Gluten Free Holiday Recipes You May Like To Try!

• 4 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Fudge
• Sugar Free Sugar Cookies
• Double Chocolate Peppermint Cookies
• Easy Christmas Sugar Cookie Fudge Recipe
• Christmas Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
• Gluten Free Molasses Cookies
• Easy Peanut Butter Marshmallow Squares
• Vegan Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
• Christmas Tree Gluten-Free Brownies
• Gluten-Free Santa Hat Brownies
• Chocolate Covered Pretzel Wreaths
• Oreo Cookie Christmas Ornaments
• Chocolate Caramel Shortbread Bars
• Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bites
• 3-Ingredient Peanut Butter Chocolate Fudge
• Easy Snowman Cake Pops

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