Can I make these Red Velvet Doughnuts gluten-free?

The recipe uses all-purpose flour, but you might experiment with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend, though results may vary in texture.

What can I use instead of a chia egg in this recipe?

The recipe specifically calls for a chia egg as a binder; a flax egg could be a similar plant-based substitute.

How do I know when the Red Velvet Doughnuts are fully baked?

Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the doughnuts spring back when lightly touched.

How should I store leftover Red Velvet Doughnuts?

Store cooled, iced doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 days to maintain freshness.

4 years ago

Red Velvet Doughnuts
[Vegan]

Name: Red Velvet Doughnuts [Vegan]
Cook time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon cocoa powder; 1 teaspoon beet powder (optional); 1 chia egg; 1 cup vegan milk; 1 tablespoon reduced sugar syrup; 1 small beet blended; 1/2 cup Icing Sugar; Almond Milk as needed

VC By: Vicky Coates

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Vicky Coates runs the blog Clean Lean Bakes. She created Clean Lean Bakes based on... Read More

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A plate of vibrant red velvet doughnuts, baked and topped with white icing and colorful sprinkles, showcasing their rich color from beets.

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Healthy Baked Red Velvet Doughnuts (donuts) that are vegan and gluten free and make the perfect afternoon pick me up or reduced sugar dessert.

Ingredients You Need for Red Velvet Doughnuts [Vegan]

1 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cocoa powder
1 teaspoon beet powder (optional)
1 chia egg
1 cup vegan milk
1 tablespoon reduced sugar syrup
1 small beet blended
1/2 cup Icing Sugar
Almond Milk as needed

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How to Prepare Red Velvet Doughnuts [Vegan]

Heat oven to 350°F
Lightly spray doughnut pan with cooking spray
In medium bowl, stir together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, beet powder and cocoa powder with whisk.
Add the beets to a blender and blend
In a separate bowl beat chia egg, oil, milk, maple syrup, blended beets and whisk.
Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients; fold until just combined.
Transfer mixture to the Tala doughnut pan
Bake on centre oven rack 10 to 12 minutes or until doughnuts are golden around edges and spring back when touched.
For the icing mix the icing sugar with enough milk to get the right consistency. Dip the doughnuts in the sugar once cooled and then top with all the sprinkles you desire