Banana Bread Donuts
These Banana Bread Donuts are soft, moist, and full of flavor, just like homemade banana bread! Baked instead of fried, they’re a healthier alternative to traditional donuts. With a slight sweetness from maple syrup and a hint of vanilla, these donuts are perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: 6 donuts
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
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)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: mashed banana, maple syrup, oil or water, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan.
- Bake for 8 minutes or until golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the donuts to cool before serving.
Notes
- You can customize with add-ins like mini chocolate chips or walnuts.
- To make this recipe vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- For a sweet topping, try cinnamon sugar or frosting.
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