3-Ingredient Banana Donut Holes Recipe
These healthy 3-ingredient banana donut holes are an easy, wholesome treat made with ripe bananas, almond or oat flour, and a touch of cinnamon or vanilla for added flavor. Perfectly soft and naturally sweet, they are a quick snack or breakfast bite that requires minimal ingredients and no added sugar.
- Author: Isabella
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 12 donut holes 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Banana Donut Holes Ingredients
- 1 large ripe banana, mashed
- 1 cup almond flour or oat flour
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon or vanilla extract (optional)
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure a consistent baking environment for the donut holes.
- Mash Banana: In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana thoroughly until smooth, which provides the natural sweetness and moisture for the donut holes.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the almond or oat flour along with the cinnamon or vanilla extract to the mashed banana. Mix well until a uniform batter forms without lumps.
- Form Donut Holes: Using your hands or a small scoop, shape the mixture into small bite-sized balls or donut hole shapes and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for about 12-15 minutes or until the donut holes are firm to the touch and a light golden-brown color.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the donut holes to cool slightly before serving to let them set fully and enhance the texture.
Notes
- Use overripe bananas for the best flavor and sweetness.
- Almond flour provides a nutty taste and is lower in carbs, while oat flour offers a slightly sweeter and more neutral flavor.
- The cinnamon or vanilla extract is optional but highly recommended to enhance flavor.
- These donut holes do not contain added sugar; the natural banana sweetness is sufficient.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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