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Red Velvet Vegan Donuts

Indulge in the rich flavors of Vegan Red Velvet Donuts! These luscious treats are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings guilt-free.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Diet Vegan
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 3 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings 6 donuts
Calories 330kcal
Author Marly McMillen

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 flax egg
  • ¼ cup vegan butter
  • 1 ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup plant-based milk (vanilla-flavored or plain)
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon red food coloring

White Glaze

  • 2 tablespoons vegan cream cheese
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons plant-based creamer (substitute plant-based milk)
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Decorations

  • Red and Pink sprinkles
Cups - Metric

Instructions

For the Donuts:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F/175°C. Spray a donut pan with vegetable spray.
  • In a small bowl, prepare the flax egg and set it aside.
    A measuring spoon drizzles a flax egg mixture into a small glass bowl
  • In a microwave-safe mixing bowl, add the vegan butter. Heat in a microwave until melted, around 20 seconds. Set aside.
  • Stir together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and nutmeg. Make a well in the center.
  • Add the sugar, milk, vinegar, flax egg, and food coloring. Stir to combine. (See notes for food coloring options).
  • Stir the liquid mixture and the flour mixture together until combined. 
    A hand holds a spatula stirring red velvet batter in a mixing bowl.
  • Use a spoon to evenly distribute the batter in each donut compartment, filling each to the top. This batter should fill up 6 compartments.
    A hand distributes red velvet batter into a donut baking pan.
  • Bake 10 to 15 minutes, until the donuts are done and slightly golden colored on the top.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a couple of minutes.

For the Glaze and Decorations:

  • Stir together vegan cream cheese and powdered sugar in a bowl. Stir until creamy.
  • Add one tablespoon of vegan creamer at a time until you achieve a desired spreadable consistency. Stir in vanilla.
  • Dip each donut in your glaze and then decorate with sprinkles immediately before the icing sets.
    A hand dips a baked red velvet doughnut into icing. There is a wire rack next to it with more donuts.

Notes

Food Coloring Options:
These donuts are fine as is, but if you'd like to boost the color, you can add a couple of drops of food coloring to the donut batter and/or the glaze. I recommend using organic/natural food coloring as it's made with healthier ingredients. You can also try adding some beet puree or Hibiscus food coloring powder which you can buy online.

Nutrition

Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 136mg | Potassium: 151mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 37g | Vitamin A: 402IU | Vitamin C: 0.01mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg