Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Key Lime Coconut Donuts—fluffy, baked treats infused with zesty key lime juice and rich coconut flavor. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a sweet snack, these donuts are quick and easy to make, taking less than 30 minutes from start to finish. The refreshing combination of citrus and tropical coconut elevates these donuts into a must-try dessert. They are not only delicious when warm but also delightful at room temperature, making them a versatile addition to any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 and 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons fresh lime zest
- 2 and 1/2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
- 1 large egg (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup confectioners' sugar (for the glaze)
- 1 and 1/2 tablespoons key lime juice (for the glaze)
- 1 teaspoon lime zest (for the glaze)
- a pinch of salt (for the glaze)
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted (for garnish)
- 2 teaspoons lime zest (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan with coconut oil.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and lime zest.
- In another bowl, mix melted coconut oil, egg, and coconut milk until well combined.
- Combine the wet ingredients with the dry mixture using a rubber spatula until just mixed (lumps are okay).
- Fill each cavity in the donut pan about two-thirds full.
- Bake for approximately 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- While cooling, prepare the glaze by whisking together confectioners' sugar, key lime juice, lime zest, and salt until smooth.
- Dip each donut in the glaze and sprinkle with toasted shredded coconut before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (40g)
- Calories: 135
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg