Cinnamon-Sugar Keto Doughnuts with Almond Flour Glaze
Soft baked keto doughnuts coated in a cinnamon and erythritol sugar blend and topped with a smooth almond flour glaze for a low-carb treat. This american-inspired keto (low-carb, gluten-free) ready in about 35 minutes pairs (150 g) almond flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups (150 g) almond flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) unsweetened almond milk
- 1/3 cup (40 g), divided powdered erythritol
- 3 tbsp (42 g) butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp (28 g), softened cream cheese
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-cavity doughnut pan with butter or nonstick spray.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 1 1/2 cups almond flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp salt.
- Step 3: In a separate bowl, beat 3 large eggs with 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk, 2 tbsp powdered erythritol, 3 tbsp melted butter, and 1 tsp vanilla extract until smooth.
- Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Step 5: Spoon the batter evenly into the doughnut pan cavities, filling about 3/4 full.
- Step 6: Bake for 18-20 minutes until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Step 7: While the doughnuts bake, mix 1/3 cup powdered erythritol with 1 tsp ground cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Step 8: Remove doughnuts from oven and let cool 5 minutes, then brush tops with 2 tbsp softened cream cheese mixed with 1 tbsp almond milk for glaze.
- Step 9: Immediately dip each doughnut into the cinnamon-erythritol mixture to coat.
- Step 10: Cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cinnamon-Sugar Keto Doughnuts with Almond Flour Glaze take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (15 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Cinnamon-Sugar Keto Doughnuts with Almond Flour Glaze?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (150 g) almond flour from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cinnamon-Sugar Keto Doughnuts with Almond Flour Glaze?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Cinnamon-Sugar Keto Doughnuts with Almond Flour Glaze for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
Is Cinnamon-Sugar Keto Doughnuts with Almond Flour Glaze low-carb?
Yes — this recipe is tagged low-carb, gluten-free based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
My family loved them, and they fit perfectly into our keto diet.
- ★★★★★
These are the best keto doughnuts I've ever made! The almond flour glaze is perfect.
- ★★★★☆
Tasted great but the glaze was a bit thin and took longer than expected to set.
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