Strawberry Donut Holes
Healthier Twist on Classic Donut Holes
Strawberry Donut Holes: The No-Bake, Healthier Version of a Dunkin' Classic
When you think of Dunkin' Donuts, the first thing that probably comes to mind is their iconic, soft, and sugary donut holes. Those little bites of sweetness have been a favorite for years, with their irresistible taste and comforting memories of mornings spent grabbing coffee and a snack on the go. But what if you could recreate that delicious experience—without the refined sugars, gluten, or dairy? Enter these no-bake strawberry donut holes, a healthier twist on the classic treat that’s just as satisfying, but without the guilt!
A Healthier, No-Bake Alternative
These strawberry donut holes are the perfect solution for anyone craving a sweet snack, but wanting to avoid gluten, dairy, grains, or refined sugar. Made with only the best whole food ingredients, they allow you to indulge without worrying about what’s in your food. Best of all? They’re incredibly easy to make! With less than 10 ingredients, you can prep these no-bake donut holes in a flash and have a healthier dessert ready to go whenever you need it.
Memories of the Classic Dunkin' Donut Holes
The first bite of these strawberry donut holes will take you right back to those mornings when you’d grab a donut hole from Dunkin’ Donuts. The taste, the texture—these healthier versions replicate that familiar sweetness and chewiness, but in a way that leaves you feeling good about what you’re eating. The freeze-dried strawberries give a concentrated burst of fruity flavor, and when paired with a simple dough base, they hit all the right notes of nostalgia.
Perfect for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, these strawberry donut holes are the perfect treat to celebrate the season of love. The beautiful pink hue from the freeze-dried strawberries adds a festive touch, making them a fun and thoughtful snack for anyone you care about. Whether you're planning a special treat for your significant other or just looking to whip up something cute for yourself, these donut holes are an easy way to spread the love.
Customizable for Any Fruit
While freeze-dried strawberries are ideal for this recipe, they’re far from the only option. You can easily swap them out for other freeze-dried fruits like blueberries, raspberries, or even mangoes to suit your taste or what’s in season. But with Valentine’s Day in mind, the strawberries are definitely the star of the show. Their natural sweetness and vibrant color make them a perfect match for the occasion!
The Ultimate Prep-ahead Dessert
Another fantastic perk of these donut holes? They’re perfect for meal prep! You can make a batch at the beginning of the week and store them in an airtight container for a few days. That way, you always have a healthier dessert on hand when those sweet cravings hit. Whether you’re packing them in your kids' lunchboxes or keeping them for yourself after dinner, you’ll be glad you made these in advance.
Less Than 10 Ingredients, Simple Steps
The beauty of this recipe is its simplicity. With fewer than 10 ingredients, you don’t need to be a pro in the kitchen to get them right. All you need are a few pantry staples and freeze-dried strawberries. Once mixed and shaped into little donut holes, they’re ready to chill in the fridge for a bit before you enjoy them.
In conclusion, these strawberry donut holes offer a healthier, no-bake option to satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping things light and nutritious. Easy to make, versatile, and perfect for any occasion, they’re a must-try!
Bananas: be sure your bananas are ripe as they are one of the main sources of sweetness in this recipe. If you don’t want to use bananas, you can use applesauce or mashed sweet potato.
Vanilla paste: I prefer this as compared to vanilla extract but either will work.
Maple syrup: you can substitute the maple syrup for any sweetener of choice.
Coconut flour: I like using coconut flour in this recipe as it is super absorbent. If you are looking to substitute this, you can do more almond flour or protein powder. Keep in mind the measurements will be different.
Almond flour: If you are looking to substitute the almond flour, you can do more coconut flour or protein powder. As mentioned above, the measurements will be different. I would recommend adding slowly and mixing as you go. Once you have a dough like texture you’re good to go.
Freeze dried strawberries: you can use any freeze dried fruit you would like.
Ingredients:
Bananas
Vanilla paste
Maple syrup
Coconut flour
Almond flour
Freeze dried strawberries
Powdered sugar
Recipe:
2 bananas
1 teaspoon vanilla paste
3 tablespoons maple syrup
5 tablespoons coconut flour
1/4 cup almond flour
1/3 cup freeze dried strawberries (crushed up)
Directions:
In a medium sized bowl mash the bananas. Add in the vanilla and maple syrup. Stir to combine.
Add in the coconut and almond flour. Stir until a dough forms. Fold in the freeze dried strawberries. Be sure they are crushed up as you don’t want chunks of them in the donut holes.
Once your mixture is complete, use a cookie scoop to scoop the dough. Use your hands to form them into balls. Place on a plate or tray and put into the refrigerator. Allow to sit for at least 30 minutes.
After the 30 minutes coat them in the powdered sugar mixture. About 1 cup powdered sugar, 3 tablespoons nondairy milk, and optional add about 1-3 tablespoons of crushed freeze dried strawberries.
Allow everything to set in the refrigerator for about 1 hour then enjoy!
Store the donut holes in the refrigerator in an airtight container. They can also be stored in the freezer.
If you try this recipe, I would love to hear your thoughts. Feel free to leave a comment below or DM me!
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