Delicious Snowball Donuts: Light, Fluffy & Guilt-Free Treats

Indulge in guilt-free snowball donuts that are light, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Cooling Time 5

Total Time 20

Servings: 12 donuts

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Donuts

1 cup Milk of Choice Use almond milk for nut-free option.
1 tbsp White or Cider Vinegar Activates baking powder.
1/4 cup Oil or alternative Substitute with applesauce for oil-free.
1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Use high-quality for best flavor.
1 cup Spelt, White, or Oat Flour Almond flour for gluten-free.
1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure freshness.
1/2 cup Sugar or Xylitol Xylitol for lower-calorie option.
1/4 tsp Salt Fine sea salt recommended.
1/2 cup Powdered Sugar or Sugar-Free Optional topping.

Equipment

Mini Donut Pan

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini donut pan.
Whisk together milk, vinegar, oil or alternative, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Sift together flour, baking powder, sugar (or xylitol), and salt in a large bowl.
Combine the wet and dry mixtures, stirring gently until just combined.
Fill each mold in the donut pan three-quarters full with batter.
Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool the donuts for 5 minutes in the pan before transferring to a cooling rack.
Roll or sprinkle powdered sugar over the tops of cooled donuts before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1donutCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These donuts are easy to customize with chocolate chips or by swapping powdered sugar for cinnamon-sugar.

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