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Learn how to make Rice Flour Donuts! These gluten-free treats are easy to make and perfect for a delicious snack or dessert!

Looking for rice flour recipes? Try my Rice Flour Pancakes, Castella Cake, or Chocolate Muffins!

I’ll walk you through the ingredients and step-by-step instructions. I hope you enjoy it!

Why You Will Love This Recipe

This rice flour donut recipe is perfect for anyone seeking a gluten-free and dairy-free option.
With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you can whip up a batch of these donuts in no time.
Enjoy the perfect balance of a crispy exterior and a soft, cake-like interior.

Rice Flour

Rice flour, made by grinding rice into a fine powder, is naturally gluten-free and a great alternative to wheat flour. While there are various types of rice flour depending on the manufacturing process and raw materials, it is generally divided into two main categories based on the type of rice used: glutinous rice (mochi rice) and non-glutinous rice (regular rice). Non-glutinous rice flour is commonly used in baked goods and bread, while glutinous rice flour is traditionally used to create chewy treats like dango and daifuku.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Rice Flour Donuts Recipe:

Rice flour: Use rice flour labeled for baking and bread or made from non-glutinous rice.
Egg: Helps bind the ingredients together and adds richness to the dough.
Soy milk: This recipe calls for unsweetened soy milk, but you can substitute any other type of milk.
Sugar: Any sugar is fine. If you’re reducing sugar, feel free to adjust the amount to your taste.

How To Make Rice Flour Donuts: STEP BY STEP

Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.

Step 1

Mix the egg, oil, soy milk, and sugar.

Step 2

Add the rice flour and baking powder to form the dough.

Step 3

Shape the dough into loose balls.

Step 4

Fry the donuts until golden brown.

Allow them to cool for a bit, then enjoy these crunchy yet cake-like gluten-free donuts!

Recipe Tips

If the dough is too firm, add a bit more soy milk to soften it.
For a classic donut shape, gently flatten each ball and poke a hole in the center.
You can enjoy them as is or dust them with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for a sweet finish.

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Crispy Rice Flour Donuts (Gluten-free Recipe)

5 from 1 vote

Prep: 5

Cook: 10

Total: 15

Servings: pieces

Author: Juri Austin

Learn how to make Rice Flour Donuts! These gluten-free treats are easy to make and perfect for a delicious snack or dessert!

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Equipment

Pot 18 cm, (7 inches)

Ingredients

Instructions

Make the Dough: Whisk together the egg, oil, soy milk, and sugar in a bowl until well combined. Add the rice flour and baking powder and mix until smooth.
Shape the Donuts: Take small portions of the dough and roll them into loose balls. For a classic donut shape, gently flatten each ball and poke a hole in the center.
Fry the Donuts: Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the donuts and cook until golden brown. Transfer them to a wire rack or a paper towel-lined plate to drain the excess oil.

Notes

If the dough is too firm, add a bit more soy milk to soften it.
For a classic donut shape, gently flatten each ball and poke a hole in the center.
You can enjoy them as is or dust them with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar for a sweet finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 139kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 2g

This nutritional information is estimated and provided for general reference only.

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Global

Keyword: rice flour donuts

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3 Comments

Kathryn says:

Oct 5, 2025 at 5:24 AM

Hello, your recipes look fab and giving me so much inspo for how to use rice in a more creative way! Do you think these could be made in the air fryer? If yes, could you advise rough temp+time?

thank you 🙂

1. Juri Austin says:
  
  Oct 5, 2025 at 6:01 AM
  
  Thank you so much! I’m so glad you’re finding inspiration here! 😊
  Yes, you can try making them in the air fryer. I’d suggest around 180°C (350°F) for 7–10 minutes. Keep an eye on them and adjust as needed. Hope you enjoy it!
  
Juri Austin says:

Feb 6, 2025 at 11:45 AM

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