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    Coconut Flour Low Carb Donuts with Chocolate Icing

    By Lisa MarcAurele · Jun 12, 2020 · 53 Comments

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    Low carb gluten free chocolate iced coconut donuts

    Low carb donuts are a special treat that will make you feel like you are cheating. These chocolate iced coconut donuts are the best I have made so far. They are also gluten free.

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    Lately, I've been eating a lot of chicken and salads which is pretty boring. My husband got a gift card to Dunkin' Donuts from one of his clients. He doesn't drink coffee so he is saving it to buy donuts for him and the kids.

    My husband knows I rarely eat sugar loaded donuts. The gift card has been sitting on the kitchen counter since Christmas and it has led to a donut craving.

    My favorite donuts are the Krispy Kreme chocolate iced cream and I need to work on how to get that luscious sweet cream filling in a low carb version. Eventually, I'll figure out a good low carb alternative to those cream filled donuts.

    Since I have a donut pan I just needed to make up a cake batter to bake in the molds. Coconut flour does a good job with cakes so I figured it would make a good base for the donut batter. This got me thinking about a coconut donut. So, I threw some unsweetened dried coconut flakes into the batter.

    Low carb gluten free chocolate iced coconut donuts

    The resulting donuts weren't very attractive so I whipped up some chocolate frosting to spread on top. Still not satisfied with how they looked, I lightly toasted an additional tablespoon of shredded coconut to sprinkle on top. The result? Perfectly delicious!

    I was in heaven when I ate each coconut donut. The chocolate icing really complements the coconut flavor of these low carb donuts.

    I'm really excited by how well these treats came out. It just goes to show that you don't need to deprive yourself of an occasional treat.

    Of course, you should always eat sweets in moderation. I've found that the less sweets I eat, the fewer I want. And, that helps me keep my daily calories in check because sweet tastes do tend to increase my appetite.

    Low carb donuts with chocolate icing

    These donuts have the look and feel of the real thing. They are relatively easy to make and will get you past any sugar cravings. The sweet taste goes perfect with my morning coffee!

    I'll have to experiment with this basic batter to see what other scrumptious donut flavors I can create. Maybe a nice glazed chocolate or blueberry donut reminiscent of the other popular donut chain. Just take a look at how these babies turned out. The photos alone are enough to make your mouth water.

    Coconut Flour Low Carb Donuts Recipe with Chocolate Icing

    I have made blueberry cake donuts using a different batter. These coconut low carb donuts are still my favorite, though.

    I've also made healthy banana muffins in donut shapes. You can really make any low carb quick bread into donuts using the donut pan. You can even make low carb bagels using the circular baking molds.

    Low carb gluten free chocolate iced coconut donuts

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    Recipe

    Low carb gluten free chocolate iced coconut donuts

    Chocolate Iced Coconut Donuts – Gluten Free

    5 from 11 votes
    Donuts are a special treat. These low carb donuts are the best donuts that I have made so far. They have great coconut flavor and are gluten free.
    Prep Time:10 minutes mins
    Cook Time:20 minutes mins
    Total Time:30 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: American
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    Servings: 8 donuts
    Calories: 186

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    Ingredients

    Donuts:

    • ½ cup coconut flour
    • ¼ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
    • ¼ cup low carb sugar substitute or erythritol
    • ¼ teaspoon stevia concentrated powder
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
    • ¼ teaspoon baking soda
    • 6 eggs
    • ½ cup coconut oil melt if needed to blend in
    • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract

    Icing:

    • ¼ cup butter softened
    • 6 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
    • ¼ cup Swerve Confectioners Powdered Sweetener or powdered erythritol
    • ¼ teaspoon stevia concentrated powder
    • ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
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    Instructions

    Donuts:

    • Mix together coconut flour, coconut, erythritol, stevia, salt and baking soda.
    • Blend in eggs, coconut oil, almond milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
    • Fill donut molds about ⅔ full with batter.
    • Bake in 350°F oven about 20 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean.

    Icing:

    • Beat butter with cocoa, erythritol and stevia.
    • Mix in almond milk and vanilla extract. Beat until well blended.
    • Spread evenly over donuts.

    Notes

    Makes 8 donuts
    Net carbs per donut: 3g

    Low Carb Sweeteners | Keto Sweetener Conversion Chart

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1donut | Calories: 186 | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 175mg | Potassium: 118mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 2.2mg

    Additional Info

    Net Carbs: 3 g | % Carbs: 5 % | % Protein: 11.8 % | % Fat: 83.2 % | SmartPoints: 10
    Values
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        [cholesterol] => 140
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        [potassium] => 118
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    Comments

    1. Patti Bialach

      November 28, 2021 at 10:45 am

      I have not seen your recipes calling for stevia powder is it necessary for recipe? Never cared for the taste of stevia in anything But can’t wait until February to get your new book love your recipes

      Reply
      • Lisa MarcAurele

        November 29, 2021 at 9:11 am

        Many of my older recipes were created with a blend of concentrated stevia powder and erythritol. That's because they were the best sweeteners available at the time. Sweetener blends and monk fruit did not come out until later. I have a sweetener conversion calculator that you can use to substitute your sweetener of preference in my recipes.

        Reply
    2. Miriam Brady

      April 17, 2020 at 4:35 pm

      5 stars
      Love this recipe! Just tried it out and it was hit with my whole family, even my nine-year-old who loves sugar! Dipped them in melted Lily’s chocolate chips. Thank you!!!

      Reply
    3. Andrea

      September 14, 2019 at 1:50 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing!! So much better than I even imagined — thank you for bring donuts back to my world!

      Reply
    4. Becky

      November 04, 2018 at 8:26 am

      5 stars
      I don’t have a donut pan so I’m going to try them as cupcakes… hoping it will turn out the same only no hole…

      Reply
      • Lisa

        November 04, 2018 at 12:58 pm

        Cupcakes work out well. You'll just need to adjust the baking time.

        Reply
    5. Marjorie Flora

      October 04, 2018 at 11:15 am

      Can I increase almond milk and decrease amount of eggs? I know the coconut flour absorbs a lot of liquid.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        October 04, 2018 at 6:40 pm

        It's worth a try, but I wouldn't reduce by any more than 1 egg to try.

        Reply
    6. Kathryn

      September 02, 2018 at 7:25 pm

      Can I use liquid stevia instead of powdered? How much?

      Reply
      • Lisa

        September 03, 2018 at 5:52 am

        It depends on the brand, but with the ones I've used I typically need twice as much liquid as powder.

        Reply
    7. Marcy

      May 30, 2018 at 5:42 pm

      5 stars
      Hi! I just tried this recipe and it is a hit with both me and my son. I love how easy it is to pull together too. Thank you for posting it.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        May 30, 2018 at 8:49 pm

        You're welcome Marcy!

        Reply
    8. Natalie

      March 12, 2018 at 11:30 pm

      Can i substitute cashew milk for the almond milk? I'm allergic to almonds.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        March 13, 2018 at 6:02 am

        Cashew and almond milk are pretty much one-for-one subs. So yes.

        Reply
    9. Janet

      August 23, 2017 at 3:12 pm

      5 stars
      Don't make these with other flour. I made this for someone who is intolerant to coconut. I used a combination of almond flour and sesame seed flour. When I was mixing everything up, it was obvious the batter was way too liquid and so I didn't bother to add the 1/4 cup milk. I baked them in the standard non-stick 6 count donut pan. There seems to be batter for 2 batches but the first batch wouldn't release from the pan. I put the last of the batter in a silicone muffin pan. I can not recommend these. I wish I had the recipe I had ages ago, using almond flour that made exactly 6 donuts but that was lost 2 computers ago.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        August 24, 2017 at 5:14 am

        I changed your rating. It's unfair to rate a recipe negatively when you did not follow the instructions and I'm unable to delete the rating. And, you left a bogus email address so I cannot contact you directly and it's doubtful you will even see this response. However, coconut flour cannot be substituted with nut/seed flours one-for-one. A simple Google search would have identified this had you taken the time to search "How to substitute coconut flour with..." which would clearly show that other changes are required as coconut flour absorbs liquid like a sponge.

        Reply
      • Peter Mella

        April 16, 2018 at 12:14 am

        5 stars
        Wow Janet really? Recipes are to be followed EXPLICITLY. You cant take massive liberties with substituting key ingredients, end up with poor results, and then GO BLAST the recipe makers website ONLINE like "BEWARE I USED MOTOR OIL INSTEAD OF VANILLA EXTRACT. 0/4 STARS THIS RECIPE IS TERRIBLE" I mean c'mon Janet...

        Reply
    10. Wendi-Lou

      June 22, 2017 at 12:08 am

      Would be nice if you edited the post to tell us to melt the coconut oil, I just had a very expensive fail!

      Reply
      • Lisa

        June 22, 2017 at 6:30 am

        You shouldn't need to melt it unless it's super hard. But, I updated the recipe.

        Reply
    11. Kim

      October 13, 2016 at 6:51 pm

      Wondering if tbis is 6 NET Carbs

      Reply
      • Lisa

        October 14, 2016 at 8:21 am

        It does not include any erythritol as that has been shown to not impact blood glucose levels.

        Reply
    12. JanetEC

      August 30, 2016 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      I made these and they came out perfect. I didn't have Stevia Powder, so I just doubled the amount of Erythritol (I used powdered that I made myself).

      Reply
      • Lisa

        August 31, 2016 at 6:39 am

        Good to know! I like to mix erythritol with stevia to enhance the flavor and cut back on the sugar alcohol.

        Reply
    13. Angela

      April 19, 2016 at 11:08 am

      Can I swap almond milk for coconut milk? My son has a nut allergy.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        April 19, 2016 at 11:40 am

        Absolutely! I use them interchangeably.

        Reply
        • Gayle Ward

          March 30, 2017 at 4:13 pm

          Can I use liquid stevia instead of the swerve and concentrated powder?

        • Lisa

          March 31, 2017 at 4:58 am

          You can try using 1 teaspoon liquid stevia in the donuts. But, it might be a tough substitution in the glaze.

    14. Alice

      January 17, 2016 at 12:28 pm

      Would I have to make any adjustments to the amount of coconut flour I use if I omitted the shredded coconut I really do not like coconut that much and do you know where I can be able to find the silicone donut pan?

      Reply
      • Lisa

        January 17, 2016 at 1:27 pm

        You probably want to add a bit more coconut flour if omitting the coconut. It would be less, but not sure how much you would need. I ordered my silicone donut pan off Amazon.

        Reply
        • Michael Schneider

          January 22, 2017 at 10:25 am

          5 stars
          Couldn't you add coconut extract to enhance the flavor?

        • Lisa

          January 22, 2017 at 5:59 pm

          You could use extract for better flavor.

    15. Heathe

      August 31, 2015 at 7:49 pm

      Hi these were delicious! I had a hard time getting them out of my donut pan so the next batch was turned into cupcakes. Next time will be a layer cake with extra chocolate icing! I used Vitafiber powder and stevia glycerite drops for batter and icing.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        August 31, 2015 at 8:04 pm

        I've switched to silicone donut molds which makes release super easy and no greasing! A few others have mentioned that this makes an amazing cake. I have to try that version soon. So glad you liked this one! It's one of my all time favorites.

        Reply
        • Alice

          January 17, 2016 at 12:24 pm

          I have been searching everywhere for silicone donut pan so I can make bagels and donuts easily I cannot find them anywhere please tell me where you were able to find them

        • Lisa

          January 17, 2016 at 1:29 pm

          If none of the kitchen stores in your area offers them, I'd say ordering online is best.

        • Dani

          March 26, 2016 at 10:52 am

          Hobby lobby is where I found mine!

    16. lori

      May 23, 2015 at 9:38 pm

      Probably a stupid question but do you melt the coconut oil first or use it as is?

      Reply
      • Lisa

        May 24, 2015 at 6:27 am

        Thanks for the question! I should have mentioned that the coconut oil needs to be softened or melted. Otherwise, it's really difficult to properly blend in.

        Reply
    17. Carol

      April 04, 2015 at 12:06 pm

      I tried first to put the batter together with a hand mixer. Since I had not brought the eggs to room temperature, the coconut oil was like little rocks. Gave up and threw it in the blender and SUCCESS. So, lesson learned - start with the blender. I used Wilton's miniature donut pans and made 43 of these little devils. Baked 12-15 minutes. Didn't think they were done because they hadn't browned...but they were done. And not overdone. Husband thought they were very good. He had been talking about going to a local donut shop and I knew I needed to nip that in the bud...he has only a few pounds to go till he gets to his goal weight.

      Reply
      • Lisa

        April 04, 2015 at 1:14 pm

        Good thinking using the blender. I sometimes throw everything in the food processor so no worries when the eggs are cold. These donuts are my favorite, although the blueberry cake ones are a close second. Glad you were able to save him from a diet crushing trip to the donut shop!

        Reply
    18. Paulette

      September 29, 2011 at 8:48 pm

      Can you use almond flour? I am out of coconut flour. Thanks

      Reply
      • Lisa

        September 30, 2011 at 7:42 pm

        There would need to be other changes to use almond flour. I don't think as many eggs are needed and some baking powder may be needed.

        Reply
    19. Nancy

      June 17, 2011 at 7:29 pm

      Can you make these with liquid splenda? I don't have any erythritol...

      Reply
      • Lisa

        June 27, 2011 at 9:39 pm

        Yes. Liquid Splenda could be used instead.

        Reply
    20. Julie

      January 12, 2011 at 1:38 am

      Congrats on making Top 9!! Your dounuts look great. It is also not easy to spread chocolate well like you have done!! Good job!

      Reply
    21. Kim

      January 11, 2011 at 6:20 pm

      These look delicious! I can't wait to try them. Now I just need to get my hands on a donut pan.

      Reply
    22. Alex@Spoonful of Sugar Free

      January 11, 2011 at 3:56 pm

      Hey! I just found your website via foodbuzz! Your donuts looks great! I love the chocolate+coconut combo, and I have been staying off of grains (and of course sugar free) These donuts are perfect for me! all I need is a donut pan!

      Reply
    23. Jenny @ meltingbutter

      January 11, 2011 at 9:35 am

      oh yum! that looks great 🙂

      Reply
    24. fooddreamer

      January 11, 2011 at 12:48 am

      You're not happy with how these look? Wow, I think they look delicious. You can make some for me any time!

      Reply
    25. Christina

      January 10, 2011 at 9:48 pm

      I dont have a donut pan. What can I make these in..mini cake tube pans if I can find them local??

      Reply
      • Lisa

        January 11, 2011 at 12:10 am

        They could be made in a muffin or mini muffin pan if you can't find a mini cake tube pan. A muffin top pan would also work. May have to adjust baking time, though.

        Reply
    26. Dinners & Dreams

      January 10, 2011 at 2:00 am

      Great looking donuts for gluten free. Well done!

      Reply
    27. retiredwithnoregrets

      January 10, 2011 at 6:39 am

      Thank you for a gluten free baked doughnut! Everyone wants to fry them, but I wanted baked. I am very happy today. Saving this for the weekend to share with my gluten eating Sisters..

      Reply
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