Gluten-Free Dough for Donuts Recipe

There’s nothing quite like a fresh, warm donut—but if you’re gluten-free, finding the perfect fluffy and tender dough can feel impossible. This gluten-free donut dough delivers that classic texture and rich flavor you love, without the gluten. Whether you bake or fry them, these donuts are soft, slightly chewy, and perfect for glazing, dipping, or dusting with sugar.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour (with xanthan gum)

• 1/4 cup cornstarch

• 1/3 cup granulated sugar

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/2 tsp nutmeg (optional, for classic donut flavor)

• 1/2 cup whole milk (or dairy-free alternative)

• 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or dairy-free yogurt)

• 2 large eggs

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Optional for Frying:

• Vegetable oil for deep frying

• Instructions:

  1. Mix Dry Ingredients

  In a large bowl, whisk together the gluten-free flour, cornstarch, sugar, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg.

  2. Whisk Wet Ingredients

  In a separate bowl, mix the milk, yogurt, eggs, melted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.

  3. Combine

  Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir until a sticky dough forms. If it’s too wet to handle, add 1 tbsp more flour at a time. If too dry, add a splash of milk.

  4. Rest the Dough

  Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 10–15 minutes. This helps hydrate the flour and makes it easier to shape.

  5. Shape the Donuts

  Dust a surface with gluten-free flour. Roll the dough out to about 1/2 inch thick. Cut into donut shapes using a donut cutter or two round cutters.

• Frying Method:

  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy pot to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Fry donuts in batches, 1–2 minutes per side, until golden brown.

  3. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  4. While warm, dip in glaze or roll in cinnamon sugar.

     Baking Method:

     1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a donut pan.

     2. Pipe or spoon dough into pan molds.

     3. Bake for 12–15 minutes until lightly golden and set.

     4. Let cool slightly before glazing.

        Glaze Ideas:

        • Classic vanilla glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp milk + 1/2 tsp vanilla

        • Chocolate glaze: 1 cup powdered sugar + 2 tbsp cocoa powder + 2–3 tbsp milk

        • Cinnamon sugar: Mix 1/2 cup sugar + 1 tbsp cinnamon