Description
These vegan apple puff pastry doughnuts are flaky, golden treats filled with cinnamon-spiced apples. They’re quick to make, deliciously cozy, and perfect for a brunch or dessert with a plant-based twist.
Ingredients
- 1 sheet vegan puff pastry (thawed)
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon vegan butter or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons plant-based milk (for brushing)
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting or glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a skillet, cook apples with vegan butter, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until soft and caramelized, about 5–7 minutes. Let cool slightly.
- Roll out puff pastry slightly and cut out circles with a doughnut cutter or two round cutters.
- Place a spoonful of apple filling on one ring of pastry, top with another, and press edges to seal.
- Brush tops with plant-based milk for a golden finish.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool slightly and dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with glaze if desired.
Notes
- Add chopped walnuts or raisins for extra texture.
- Top with a maple glaze or cinnamon sugar for extra flair.
- Turn into hand pies instead of doughnuts for a quicker option.
- Use pears or berries for seasonal variations.
- Reheat in the oven to keep them crispy—avoid microwaving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
