these gluten free pumpkin spice and everything nice plant based donuts are everything you want in a fall treat—moist, slightly dense, deliciously hearty, and packed with that cozy pumpkin spice flavor we all love.
they’ve got the perfect balance of sweetness from coconut sugar and maple syrup, while the pumpkin puree and tahini (or almond butter) make them super moist.
the texture is a bit more dense than a classic donut, but in a satisfying, comforting way.
think of them as the perfect fusion of a classic pumpkin cinnamon sugar donut with a healthier twist.
better-for-you ingredients:
what makes these donuts even better is how they’re packed with wholesome, plant-based ingredients.
almond flour and gluten-free flour provide a nutrient-dense base without the gluten, and using vegan butter and tahini keeps them dairy-free but still rich in flavor.
plus, they’re naturally sweetened with coconut sugar and maple syrup, which give them a more balanced sweetness than traditional donuts.

like a classic pumpkin cinnamon sugar donut:
while these donuts are healthier, they don’t sacrifice the flavors of a classic pumpkin donut.
the pumpkin spice blend adds warmth and coziness, while the pumpkin puree keeps the donuts moist without overpowering them.
every bite brings that familiar combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, making them the ultimate fall treat.
topping options:
these donuts are delicious on their own, but you can definitely take them up a notch with toppings.
you could drizzle them with a simple maple glaze, dust them with cinnamon sugar for that classic donut coating, or even dip them in melted vegan chocolate for an extra indulgent treat.
another option is a powdered sugar dusting, which adds a light sweetness without being too heavy.

storage:
to store, keep these donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
if you want to keep them fresh for longer, you can refrigerate them for up to a week or freeze them for up to a month.
just be sure to let them come to room temperature before enjoying, or pop them in the microwave for a few seconds to warm them up.
whether you’re enjoying them with a cup of coffee or as an afternoon snack, these gluten free pumpkin spice donuts are sure to satisfy your fall cravings!

if you love Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice Plant-Based Donuts, try these other recipes from my blog!
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Obsession-Worthy No Bake Cinnamon Sugar Pop Tarts
Unreal No Bake Healthy Hostess Cupcakes
Crustless Higher Protein Lower Carb Vegan Cookie Dough Cheesecake
Life-Changing Vegan and Gluten-Free Ferrero Rocher Banana Cake
No-Bake Cookie Dough Freezer Squares
Healthy No Bake Blueberry Pie Protein Donuts
Small Batch Vegan and Gluten Free Healthy Nutter Butter Cookies
Date Sweetened No Bake Healthy Oreo Sandwiches
You Won’t Believe it’s Vegan Cookie Dough Banana Bread

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Gluten-Free Pumpkin Spice & Everything Nice Plant-Based Donuts
Recipe by MaryCourse: Snacks8
servings15
minutes25
minutesapproximate macros per donut (8 total)
calories: 177
carbohydrates: 18.8g
sugar: 9.5g
protein: 2.3g
fat: 10.7g
fiber: 2g
Ingredients
1 cup almond flour
1 and 1/2 cups gluten free measure for measure flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup melted vegan butter (used miyoko’s oat-based butter)
1/2 cup coconut sugar
3 tbsp maple syrup
2 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup pumpkin puree
1/4 cup very runny tahini (or runny almond butter)
2 tsp pumpkin spice
1/4 cup dairy-free milkfor the topping:
2 tbsp melted vegan butter (for coating)
1/4 cup coconut sugar mixed with 1 tsp cinnamon (for dusting)
Directions
- preheat your oven to 350°f and lightly grease your donut molds.
- in a large bowl, mix together the melted vegan butter, coconut sugar, maple syrup, vanilla extract, pumpkin puree, tahini, and dairy-free milk until smooth.
- in a separate bowl, whisk together the almond flour, gluten-free flour, baking powder, and pumpkin spice.
- slowly incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, stirring until fully combined. spoon the batter into your donut molds or use your hands since the dough is very thick.
- bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. let the donuts cool in the molds for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- lightly brush each donut with the melted vegan butter and then dust with the cinnamon sugar mixture.


