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These Tofu Donuts are a delicious vegan-friendly dessert! With just five simple ingredients, you can make these light and fluffy treats in no time!

Looking for easy snacks? Try my Rice Flour Donuts, Chocolate Mochi, or Vegan Matcha Cake!

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From Linda: “You were right!! I made mine in an air fryer and they came out great. Mine look more like mini biscuits than donuts but delicious. I can see adding blueberries, raisins or cranberries. They are almost like mini scones. Wish i knew how to share pictures. 😊”

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

Why You Will Love This Recipe

These tofu donut holes are crispy on the outside and perfectly chewy on the inside.
Made without butter or eggs, these vegan donuts are easy to make.
Try them with different sugar-coating options for extra flavor.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make these Tofu Donuts:

Silken tofu
Sugar (brown sugar or white sugar)
Maple syrup
All-purpose flour
Baking powder
Vegetable oil for frying

How To Make Tofu 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

Whisk the silky tofu in a mixing bowl to make it creamy paste.

Step 2

Add the sugar, maple syrup, flour, and baking powder, then mix until a smooth dough forms.

Step 3

Use two spoons to shape the dough into small balls, then drop them into hot oil.

Step 4

Deep-fry until golden brown.

Place the donut holes on a wire rack to cool slightly. Enjoy their crispy exterior and soft, springy interior. For extra sweetness, roll them in sugar (see below) to fully satisfy your sweet tooth!

Recipe Tips

There’s no need to press the tofu—this recipe uses the tofu’s moisture to form the dough. If the dough turns out too firm, just add a little water to adjust the consistency.
The thick batter can be sticky and tricky to work with. Instead of using your hands, shape the donut holes using two spoons.
To avoid burning, keep the oil temperature between 160-180°C (320-350°F). Too hot oil will burn the exterior before the inside cooks through.

Sugar Coating Variations

many tofu donut balls with 3 sugar toppings on a tray

Here are some sugar coating options to make your donuts even more enjoyable:

Cinnamon Sugar: A warm, classic flavor perfect for a simple, comforting treat.
Cacao Sugar: A slightly bitter, sophisticated flavor for those who love a rich taste.
Kinako Sugar: A Japanese twist with roasted soybean flour, offering a mild, nutty flavor.

Which one would you like to try? We hope you enjoy these flavors as much as we do!

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