Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts

Why Make This Recipe

These Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts are a delightful treat that everyone can enjoy, regardless of dietary restrictions. They are soft, sweet, and have that perfect bakery-style taste. With the added burst of juicy blueberries and a glossy glaze, these donuts make for a wonderful breakfast or snack. Plus, they’re easy to make and will fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma that everyone will love.

How to Make Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts

Ingredients

For the Donuts:

• 1 ½ cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• ½ cup milk or dairy-free milk
• ¼ cup melted butter or dairy-free butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¾ cup fresh or frozen blueberries

For the Blueberry Glaze:

• 1 cup gluten-free powdered sugar
• 2–3 tablespoons blueberry juice or mashed blueberries
• 1–2 teaspoons milk or lemon juice, as needed

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a donut pan with gluten-free cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs. Then, add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries without overmixing the batter.
6. Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling them about ¾ full.
7. Bake for 12–15 minutes, until the donuts spring back when touched.
8. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.
9. For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar with blueberry juice, adding milk or lemon juice as needed to thin it out.
10. Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set before serving.

How to Serve Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts

These donuts are best served fresh after glazing. You can enjoy them on their own or pair them with your favorite cup of coffee or tea. They also make great additions to brunch spreads or as a sweet dessert.

How to Store Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts

To keep the donuts fresh, store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. They can also be refrigerated for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze the donuts without glaze, and thaw them before glazing and serving.

Tips to Make Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts

• Make sure your gluten-free flour has xanthan gum to give the donuts the right texture.
• If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them before adding; this helps prevent the batter from turning blue.
• Adjust the thickness of the glaze by adding more blueberry juice or milk to your preference.

Variation

You can easily make lemon-glazed donuts by replacing the blueberry juice in the glaze with fresh lemon juice for a zesty twist. Consider adding lemon zest to the donut batter for added flavor.

FAQs

1. Can I use regular flour instead of gluten-free flour?

No, this recipe is specifically designed for gluten-free flour. Regular flour will not yield the same results.

2. Can I use frozen blueberries?

Yes, frozen blueberries work well! Just add them straight to the batter without thawing to avoid bleeding.

3. How can I make these donuts dairy-free?

You can use dairy-free milk and dairy-free butter substitutes to make the donuts dairy-free without compromising taste.

Enjoy your baking adventure with these delightful Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts!

Gluten-Free Blueberry Glazed Donuts

Deliciously soft and sweet gluten-free donuts topped with a glossy blueberry glaze, perfect for breakfast or as a snack.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 35 minutes mins

Servings: 12 donuts

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Calories: 210

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

  

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For the Donuts

• 1.5 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum) Ensure it contains xanthan gum for the right texture.
• 0.75 cups granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons gluten-free baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoons salt
• 2 large eggs, room temperature
• 0.5 cups milk or dairy-free milk Use dairy-free milk for a dairy-free version.
• 0.25 cups melted butter or dairy-free butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cups fresh or frozen blueberries Do not thaw frozen blueberries before adding.

For the Blueberry Glaze

• 1 cups gluten-free powdered sugar
• 2-3 tablespoons blueberry juice or mashed blueberries Adjust according to preference.
• 1-2 teaspoons milk or lemon juice, as needed Use to thin out the glaze.

Method

 

Preparation

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with gluten-free cooking spray.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar.
3. In another bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the milk, melted butter, and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the blueberries without overmixing the batter.
6. Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling them about ¾ full.

Baking

1. Bake for 12-15 minutes, until the donuts spring back when touched.
2. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack.

Glazing

1. For the glaze, whisk together the powdered sugar with blueberry juice, adding milk or lemon juice as needed to thin it out.
2. Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and let them set before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 12g

Notes

Store the donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze the donuts without glaze, then thaw before glazing and serving.

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