Delicious Keto Krispy Kreme Donut Holes (Sweet & Glazed!)

Delicious Keto Krispy Kreme Donut Holes (Sweet & Glazed!)

Satisfy your donut cravings the keto way with these Delicious Keto Krispy Kreme Donut Holes! These tender, cake-like donut holes are made with a blend of low-carb flours and then coated in a sweet, quick-setting glaze, creating that iconic crunchy exterior. Perfect for a special breakfast or a delightful sweet treat, this recipe is a delightful addition to your health journey, especially here in beautiful Puerto Vallarta!

Yields: Approximately 24-30 donut holes (depending on mold size) Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 20 minutes (for donuts), 5 minutes (for glaze)

Ingredients:

For the Donut Holes:

• ½ cup coconut flour
• 1 ½ cups almond flour
• 4 teaspoons xanthan gum (acts as a binder and thickener)
• 2 teaspoons baking powder
• ½ cup Swerve Granulated Sweetener (or your preferred granular erythritol blend)
• ½ cup coconut oil, melted
• 8 large eggs

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup Swerve Confectioners Sweetener (or your preferred powdered erythritol blend)
• ¼ cup water
• ½ cup coconut oil, melted

Equipment:

• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Piping bag or large zip-top bag with a corner snipped
• Mini muffin pan or donut hole pan (silicone is ideal for easy removal)
• Nonstick cooking spray or a light greasing (for pan)
• Shallow saucepan
• Whisk (for glaze)
• Wire cooling rack set over a plate or parchment paper

Instructions:

Part 1: Prepare the Donut Holes

1. Preheat Oven & Prep Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
   • Lightly grease your mini muffin pan or donut hole pan with nonstick cooking spray or coconut oil.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the coconut flour, almond flour, xanthan gum, baking powder, and Swerve Granulated Sweetener until well combined.
3. Add Wet Ingredients to Dry: Add the melted coconut oil and eggs to the dry ingredients.
   • Whisk vigorously until it forms a sticky, thick dough. Ensure there are no dry pockets of flour.
4. Pipe & Bake Donut Holes: Transfer the dough to a piping bag (or a large zip-top bag with a corner snipped off).
   • Pipe the dough into each cavity of your greased donut hole pan, filling them about two-thirds full.
   • Bake for 20 minutes, or until the donut holes are golden brown and spring back when lightly touched.
5. Cool Donut Holes: Remove the pan from the oven and let the donut holes cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before gently transferring them to a wire cooling rack to cool slightly. While they are cooling, proceed to make the glaze.

Part 2: Prepare the Glaze

1. In a shallow saucepan, combine the Swerve Confectioners Sweetener, water, and melted coconut oil.
2. Place the saucepan over medium heat and whisk constantly for approximately 5 minutes, until all ingredients are well combined and the mixture is smooth and syrupy. Keep the heat on low-medium to keep the glaze fluid.

Part 3: Glaze & Finish

1. Once the donut holes are slightly cooled (still warm, but not hot from the oven), carefully drop them, one or two at a time, into the pan of warm, hot glaze.
2. Use a spoon to coat both sides of each donut hole completely with the glaze.
3. Remove the glazed donut hole with a fork and place it on a wire cooling rack set over a plate or parchment paper to catch drips.
4. Repeat until all donut holes are coated. If you notice the glaze starting to thicken up in the pan, place it back on the heat for a minute or so while whisking to re-melt it to a pourable consistency.
5. Allow the glazed donut holes to cool completely on the rack. The glaze will harden a bit as it cools, creating that characteristic crunchy exterior.

Enjoy! Serve these delicious Keto Krispy Kreme Donut Holes as a delightful treat! Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for a day or two, or in the refrigerator for longer.

Tips for Success:

• Xanthan Gum: Don’t skip the xanthan gum! It’s crucial in gluten-free, low-carb baking for providing structure and chewiness.
• Dough Consistency: The dough will be thick. A piping bag makes it much easier to get into the donut holes.
• Greasing the Pan: Even with non-stick pans, a good greasing helps prevent sticking. Silicone donut molds are also fantastic for easy release.
• Cooling Donut Holes: Ensure they are slightly cooled before glazing. If they are too hot, the glaze might not adhere properly.
• Glaze Management: Keep the glaze warm enough to be liquid for easy coating. If it cools too much, gently reheat.
• Coconut Oil in Glaze: The coconut oil in the glaze is what helps it set and create that slightly crunchy exterior.
• Serving Temperature: While delicious freshly glazed, the hardening of the glaze as they cool provides a satisfying “Krispy Kreme” experience.

Recipe Analysis & Dietary Classification:

These Keto Krispy Kreme Donut Holes are a delightful addition to your health journey!

• Low-Carb: Yes, by using coconut and almond flours and erythritol-based sweeteners.
• High Fat: Yes, from coconut oil and eggs.
• Keto: Yes, this recipe is keto-friendly. All listed ingredients are suitable for a ketogenic diet, provided your sweeteners and chocolate chips (if using for a variation) are sugar-free.
• Gluten-Free: Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.

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