1. Prepare the Donut Dough:
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In another bowl, combine the unsweetened almond milk, unsweetened applesauce, vegetable oil, and pure vanilla extract.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay.
2. Roll and Cut the Donuts:
Lightly flour a clean surface and roll out the dough to about 1/2-inch thickness.
Use a donut cutter or a round cookie cutter to cut out donut shapes. If you don’t have a donut cutter, you can use a glass for the outer circle and a smaller bottle cap for the inner hole.
3. Heat the Oil:
In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a kitchen thermometer to monitor the temperature.
4. Fry the Donuts:
Carefully place the donuts into the hot oil. Fry each donut for about 1-2 minutes on each side or until they turn golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to flip them.
5. Drain and Cool:
Once the donuts are fried, remove them from the oil and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
6. Optional Glazing:
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, unsweetened almond milk, and pure vanilla extract to make the glaze. Dip each donut into the glaze and let the excess drip off.
7. Add Toppings:
While the glaze is still wet, add your favorite toppings, such as sprinkles, crushed nuts, or shredded coconut.
Nutrition Facts
(12 Donuts):
Calories: 160
Total Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Sodium: 160mg
Total Carbohydrates: 26g
Dietary Fiber: 1g
Sugars: 13g
Protein: 2g
