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Justine Doiron

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Baking + Sweet, Bars & Brownies, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks + Sides, Special Diets, Vegan, Vegetarian · February 8, 2023

Coffee Glazed Raw Donut Holes

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If I was an SEO girlie (which I am, but not really…I’m halfway there) I would pepper this blog post with how these raw donut holes are high in protein, gluten free, vegan, healthy, easy for meal prep, no-bake and ALL THE THINGS because they truly, well, are.

But pushing something that is just meant to be delicious into all those categories always feels a little ick to me. The one thing you need to know about these “donut holes” is that they are not donut holes, but they are a really quick, easy, delicious snack to keep in your freezer for when you’re needing something sweet. They do give off strong donut hole energy (I credit the vanilla protein powder I use, Code JUSTINE20 for 20% if you ever purchase, non-sponsored, non-affiliate) and their texture always comes out so chewy and soft. I like to add a quick coffee glaze to give you the full donut-hole feeling, plus who doesn’t love a *touch* of caffeine in their afternoon snack?

Table of contents

  • Ingredients for these raw donut holes
  • How to prepare these coffee glazed donut holes
  • Tips and tricks on mixing this raw glazed donut hole dough
  • What is the best way to store these raw healthier donut holes?
  • Looking for similar recipes?
  • Watch the video here:

Ingredients for these raw donut holes

  • 1 packed cup of almond flour, 150 grams
  • 1 scoop protein powder, 43 grams, I like Garden of Life’s newest blend! Code Justine20 as always 🙂
  • 1/4 cup date syrup
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 loose cup of powdered sugar, 50 grams
  • 1 tbsp brewed coffee or espresso

How to prepare these coffee glazed donut holes

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, protein powder, date syrup, coconut oil, vanilla and salt. Mix until you get a tacky dough, see below for more details and tips!
  • In another small bowl, whisk together the coffee and powdered sugar until you get a drippy glaze.
  • Roll the dough into 10 equal sized balls, about 1″ in diameter each. Dip the tops of each ball in the glaze and place the undipped part down on a plate, letting the glaze slide down and cover the edges.
  • Store in the fridge for at least 5 minutes to let the glaze harden, and then they are ready to eat.

Tips and tricks on mixing this raw glazed donut hole dough

This dough might freak you out at first, and that’s because it looks like it will never come together. But do not fear! Do not panic. The dough will form in time.

Since this dough is primarily made of almond flour, it will absorb any moisture like a SPONGE. Almond flour is my secret to making anything with a soft, truffle-y consistency. Think marzipan! It’s exactly the same concept. Here there is a bit of protein powder as well, but since the almond flour is the highest in volume, it controls the dough’s consistency.

The key to mixing the dough is to start with a spatula or whisk, and then we you see it start to come together, switch to your hand to knead it into a play-dough like texture. From there it will be super pliable and soft!

What is the best way to store these raw healthier donut holes?

Since these are dipped in a glaze, I like to keep them in the fridge (if you like them soft) or in the freezer (if you like them dense and chewy!)

They will last in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, and they will last in the freezer for 6 months. But trust me, they will be gone LONG before then.

Store in a plastic bag or airtight container for best results!

Looking for similar recipes?

Here are a few that I love:

Cacao & Walnut Fudge Balls
These Cacao & Walnut Fudge Balls are something I make at least once a week. They taste like the brownie bits you find in ice cream, they are so decadent yet filling, and when you put them in the freezer? Amazing. Chocolate lovers can unite on this one, it's fudgey, chocolatey, delicious and just. that. good.
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5-Ingredient Salted Chocolate Fudge Balls
This Five-Ingredient Fudge Bite recipe is gluten free, vegan, good for you and amazing decadent tasting. Plus it's a small batch recipe, so it makes 4 balls for a quick dessert to share!
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Frozen Citrus Yogurt Bark
This easy winter snack makes the most of citrus season, and if you aren't freezing your oranges yet, you really should be. They turn into small, bright bites of icy sweetness, which paired with yogurt and a spiced protein powder, truly make the perfect easy snack.
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Watch the video here:

And that’s it for this raw donut hole recipe!

If you make it, please tag me on Pinterest or Instagram so I can see! It’s my favorite thing to scroll through stories and see what you all are making.

And of course feel free to leave any questions, comments or reviews! This is the best place to reach me, and I’d love to hear from you <3

Raw Glazed Donut Holes

These "donut holes" are vegan, gluten free, protein-packed and filled with delicious, vanilla flavor. They are my favorite thing to grab when I need something sweet, and the coffee glaze keeps them fun and interesting. They take minutes to make and they keep for forever, so I always have them on hand as a snacking staple!
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Prep Time:10 minutes mins
Total Time:15 minutes mins
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: balls, dessert, donut, glazed, raw
Servings: 10 balls

Ingredients

  • 1 packed cup of almond flour 150 grams
  • 1 scoop protein powder 43 grams, I like Garden of Life’s newest blend! Code Justine20 as always 🙂
  • 1/4 cup date syrup
  • 2 tbsp coconut oil melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 loose cup of powdered sugar 50 grams
  • 1 tbsp brewed coffee or espresso

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, protein powder, date syrup, coconut oil, vanilla and salt. Mix until you get a tacky dough, see blog post for more details and tips!
  • In another small bowl, whisk together the coffee and powdered sugar until you get a drippy glaze.
  • Roll the dough into 10 equal sized balls, about 1" in diameter each. Dip the tops of each ball in the glaze and place the undipped part down on a plate, letting the glaze slide down and cover the edges.
  • Store in the fridge for at least 5 minutes to let the glaze harden, and then they are ready to eat!

Posted In: Baking + Sweet, Bars & Brownies, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Recipes, Snacks + Sides, Special Diets, Vegan, Vegetarian

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  1. Carsoj says

    March 2, 2023 at 2:17 am

    These are my new favorite afternoon snack! It’s much easier to convince myself to go home rather than stop at the coffee shop on the corner. So easy and very tasty!

    • Justine says

      March 2, 2023 at 2:46 pm

      I’m so thrilled you like them! Thank you for taking the time to leave a rating and review!

  2. Kim says

    March 4, 2023 at 2:42 am

    These are so good! I will definitely be making them again. I’m going to add some cinnamon next time and maybe do a different glaze.

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