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Do you know what’s harder than packing lunches? Making grab-and-go breakfast items that are allergy-friendly!
Nutritious grab-and-go breakfast items that are homemade aren’t always easy to find. I do know that breakfast is an important meal because I want to give my daughter nutritious foods that will help kick-start her day.
Unfortunately, I don’t always have time to sit around the table; instead, I’m packing lunches, trying to drink a cup of coffee, and tying her shoes while rushing out the door to catch the bus or beat traffic.
The truth is that kids love donuts. Parents love donuts. Their round shape is iconic with mornings. They’re easy to eat on the go and can be made not only healthier but also allergy-friendly to help you get out the door on time.
You can make a batch of these over the weekend and freeze for future mornings. Just pull one the out of the freezer, let it stand at room temperature while you help get everyone out the door, and then toast for a few minutes.
Of course, you can enjoy them fresh! Another added bonus: They are baked.
This recipe is gluten-, nut-, dairy-, and egg-free.
Banana Chocolate Chip Donuts
- Yield: 16 Donuts 1x
- Cuisine: Baking
Ingredients
- 1 flax egg (or 1 large egg)
- 2 medium-large ripe bananas
- 6 tablespoons unsweetened applesauce
- 1/2 cup nondairy yogurt (or low-fat regular yogurt)
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose gluten-free flour
- 3/4 teaspoon xanthan gum
- 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup allergy-free chocolate chips (or your preferred mix-in, we also tested this recipe with blueberries)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F. Coat your donut pan with cooking spray and set aside.
- If you’re using a flax egg, first make your egg by combining 1 tablespoon of ground flax with 3 tablespoons of warm water. Mix and set aside for 5+ minutes until it becomes gel-like.
- In a large bowl, mash the bananas. Add the applesauce, yogurt, maple syrup, vanilla, and egg. Mix well.
- In another bowl, combine the flour, xanthan gum, oats, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Pour the dry ingredients into the bowl with the banana, and mix until well combined.
- Add the chocolate chips, and mix again.
- Spoon the batter into the donut pan evenly, filling to the top.
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Remove from the oven and let cool.
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Kaminoko
Would this work with a cake pop pan to make “donut holes”?
MOMables
Yes, the batter should work! Enjoy!
Nicci
I use Namaste Perfect Flour Blend. It has Xantham Gum already in it. You can find it at your local health food store and Costco.
Heidi
Can I use regular white-wheat floor instead of the GF?
Danica
If I do not use gluten free flour can I omit the xantham gum?
Shautel
I was going to ask about the GF flour..Glad someone else did…What is your favorite non-dairy yogurt alternative?
KeeleyMcGuire
Hi Shauntel! It depends what other allergens you’re avoiding. I really enjoy So Delicious brand Cultured Coconut Milk (their non-dairy yogurt). Great flavor and texture. Thanks!
Allison Reed
Just to clarify-with my question about the flax…it wasn’t this recipe :) Can’t wait to try it!
Allison Reed
Do you have a recommendation for a GF flour? I haven’t had much luck with the brands I’ve tried…
Any advice on consistency, flax type, etc. I bought bobs red mill ground flax andthe recipe was pretty “flat”…is that to be expected with flax as opposed to egg?
And thanks SO much for this recipe! My son is top 6 allergen free so donuts are usually out for us. Thanks!!!
MOMables
Hi Allison! I am partial to King Arthur Flour’s. I am able to get consistent results every time. They have an all purpose one (for cookies, pancakes,waffles..) and a baking one. The baking is more for cupcakes, cakes, this recipe…
KeeleyMcGuire
Mirroring what Laura said, KAF is my preferred GF flour brand. It’s also made in a Top 8 Free facility.
I also buy their ground flax, as it’s also made in that same GF & Top 8 Free facility.
The recipe itself you’re using will determine the result of a flax egg. It’s not going to work in all applications, as eggs are used as binders and/or leavening agents in recipes. So it will most definitely vary per recipe.
Robyn Owens-Miille
I don’t have xanthum gum? Is it an absolute must or is there something I can substitute? I wanted to make these today for my boys and I have everything but that.
MOMables
The xantham gym is necessary when baking w GF flours. Some mixes have it built in. Check your mix.
Emmy
Made these for moms and munches breakfast today and they were fabulous! I didn’t have a donut pan so I used a muffin pan and they worked just fine. Thanks so much for this wonderful recipe!
Laura
I made these last week in a muffin tin myself. :) delish! so glad everyone enjoyed them!
Katie
Can i use regular or ww flour?