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Key Lime Coconut Donuts

Key Lime Coconut Donuts

Indulge in the delightful flavors of Key Lime Coconut Donuts, a quick and easy treat that will brighten your day. These fluffy baked donuts combine the refreshing zest of key lime with the tropical sweetness of coconut, making them perfect for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or as a sweet snack anytime. Ready in under 30 minutes, they are not only simple to make but also offer a lighter alternative to traditional fried donuts. With customizable toppings like toasted coconut or a drizzle of chocolate, you can easily elevate your donut experience. Whether enjoyed plain or dressed up, these donuts are sure to impress!

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Makes approximately 12 donuts 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 and 1/4 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons fresh lime zest
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
  • 1 large egg, at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup coconut milk
  • 1 cup confectioners' sugar
  • 1 and 1/2 tablespoons key lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut, toasted
  • 2 teaspoons lime zest

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, and lime zest.
  3. In another bowl, combine melted coconut oil, egg, and coconut milk until thoroughly mixed.
  4. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until just combined.
  5. Fill each cavity of the donut pan halfway with batter and bake for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
  6. Allow cooling slightly before glazing with a mixture of confectioners' sugar, key lime juice, lime zest, and salt.
  7. Top with toasted shredded coconut while glaze is still wet.
  • Author: Emmeline
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 90mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: Use fresh lime juice and zest for the best flavor. Experiment with different toppings like chocolate drizzle or crushed nuts for added texture and taste.

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