Healthy Baked Beetroot Donuts with Beetroot Glaze
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About Healthy Baked Beetroot Donuts with Beetroot Glaze
Surprise your family with these vibrant and healthy baked beetroot donuts! As a parent, I've always searched for delicious yet nutritious treats for my children, and these donuts are a winner. They're packed with whole wheat flour, flax seeds, and the surprising sweetness of beetroot, all baked to perfection – no greasy frying here!These aren't your average donuts; they're a guilt-free indulgence made with wholesome ingredients like coconut sugar. The beautiful deep color comes naturally from the beetroot, and the subtly sweet flavor makes them irresistible to kids and adults alike. Enjoy them as an afternoon snack, a healthier dessert option, or even a unique addition to a children's party.Get ready to impress your friends and family with this easy-to-make recipe that's both healthy and delicious. Prepare to be amazed by the delicious flavor and vibrant color of these baked beetroot delights!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook15 minutes
Total45 minutes
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole Wheat Flour whole
- 1/8 cup Cocoa Powder
- 1 tbsp Corn Flour
- 1 tsp Baking Powder
- 1/2 tsp Baking Soda
- 1/4 tsp Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1 tbsp Flaxseed Meal
- 1/2 cup Milk
- 1/8 cup Beetroot Juice freshly squeezed
- 1/3 cup Coconut Sugar
- 3/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 3 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
Beetroot & Glaze
- 1/2 cup Beetroot finely grated
- 3 tbsp Beetroot Juice plus additional if needed for glaze consistency, reserved from grated beetroot
- 1 cup Sugar also known as icing sugar, powdered
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips for decoration, or sprinkles
Instructions
Prepare the Donuts
- Grease a donut pan thoroughly with olive oil.
- Sift together the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, cornstarch, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
- Grate one medium-sized beetroot. Squeeze out the juice and set aside; you'll need about 1/8 cup, reserving the rest for the glaze.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, coconut sugar, and beetroot juice until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the flaxseed meal, vanilla extract, and olive oil to the wet ingredients. Whisk until well combined.
- Stir in the apple cider vinegar.
- Add the grated beetroot to the wet ingredients.
- Gently fold in the dry ingredients until just combined; do not overmix.
- Preheat oven to 320°F (160°C).
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off.
- Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about ¾ full.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Make the Beetroot Glaze
- In a small bowl, whisk together the reserved beetroot juice and powdered sugar until smooth. Add more beetroot juice, 1 teaspoon at a time, if needed to reach desired consistency.
Decorate & Serve
- Once the donuts are completely cool, dip them into the beetroot glaze, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Gently place the glazed donuts back onto the wire rack to allow the glaze to set.
- Decorate with chocolate chips or sprinkles.
- Serve and enjoy your delicious and healthy beetroot donuts!
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Beetroot Donuts
- For the best results, use freshly grated beetroot. Pre-packaged grated beetroot may contain added preservatives that could affect the texture of the donuts.
- Don't overmix the batter! Overmixing will develop the gluten in the flour, resulting in tough donuts.
- If your beetroot juice is too thin, you can simmer it gently over low heat for a few minutes to reduce its consistency. This will result in a richer glaze.
- For a richer chocolate flavor, use dark cocoa powder. If you prefer a less intense chocolate flavor, use unsweetened cocoa powder.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 331kcalCarbohydrates: 64gProtein: 3gFat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4.2gCholesterol: 1mgFiber: 1gSugar: 47g
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This looks so good! Can’t wait to cook it.
Such an enticing dish! Thanks for the recipe.
Super yummy and healthy recipe! M sure kids will find it hard to resist beetroots in this form 🙂
Looks so wonderful! Thanks for posting.