Craving the nostalgic taste of classic Hostess donettes but need a gluten-free option? Get ready to revolutionize your breakfast and snack game with these irresistible Gluten Free Hostess Style Crunch Donettes that are so delicious, you won't believe they're gluten-free! Imagine biting into a soft, chocolatey donut that's perfectly crisp on the outside and melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside - without any of the gluten. Whether you're celiac, gluten-sensitive, or just looking for a healthier alternative, these homemade donettes will satisfy your sweet tooth and transport you back to childhood memories.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Gluten Free
Serves: 12 donettes
Ingredients
- 1 cup gluten free all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray or lightly coat it with butter to ensure easy removal of the donettes after baking.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of gluten-free all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Whisk these dry ingredients together until they are well combined and there are no lumps.
- In another bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of melted butter, 1 egg, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract. Make sure the melted butter is not too hot before adding it to avoid cooking the egg.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix; a few lumps are okay. Fold in 1/2 cup of chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.
- Using a piping bag or a zip-top bag with a corner snipped off, fill each cavity of the donut pan about halfway with the batter. This will allow room for the donettes to rise without overflowing.
- Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the donettes are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then, carefully transfer the donettes to a wire rack to cool completely.
- While the donettes are cooling, you can prepare a chocolate glaze if desired. Melt additional chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip the tops of the cooled donettes into the melted chocolate and allow the excess to drip off.
- Let the chocolate glaze set for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade Gluten Free Hostess Style Crunch Donettes!
Tips
- Always use room temperature ingredients to ensure a smooth, even batter.
- Don't overmix the batter - this can lead to tough, dense donettes.
- Use a piping bag or zip-top bag for precise and mess-free batter filling.
- Check donettes a minute early to prevent overcooking - gluten-free baked goods can dry out quickly.
- For extra crunch, consider rolling the chocolate-dipped donettes in crushed nuts or gluten-free cookie crumbs.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for extended freshness.
- For best texture, warm donettes slightly before serving if they've been refrigerated.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 28g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 40mg
