If you love Oreos and you love donuts, why not combine the two? These vegan baked Oreo donuts are everything you could want in a dessert—soft, chocolatey, and packed with real Oreos. Plus, they’re baked instead of fried, making them a little lighter while still being completely indulgent.
I’ve always had a soft spot for Oreos. Whether it’s dunking them in almond milk, crushing them into ice cream, or just eating them straight from the pack, they’re a classic that never gets old. So, naturally, I had to turn them into a donut! This Oreo donuts recipe is simple, requires just one bowl, and is perfect for a weekend baking project or even a fun get-together with friends.
So, grab your favorite dairy-free milk and let’s get baking!
Jump to Recipe
Ingredients for Baked Oreo Donuts
One of the best things about this Oreo donuts recipe baked version is that it uses pantry-friendly vegan ingredients. Here’s what you’ll need:
For the Donuts:
- 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk (almond, oat, or soy)
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil (or melted coconut oil)
- ¼ cup applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 6-8 finely chopped Oreos
For the Glaze:
- 2 cup powdered sugar
- 2-3 tbsp plant-based milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 4-6 finely crushed Oreos
Video: How to Make Baked Oreo Donuts:
How to Make Vegan Oreo Donuts
Making these Oreo donuts is so simple that you’ll wonder why you haven’t been doing it all along. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the plant-based milk, oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
4. Make the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped Oreos.
5. Fill the Donut Pan: Add batter to a piping bag and pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling each about 3/4 full.
6. Bake: Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan completely before adding glaze
7. Prepare the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk the powdered sugar, plant-based milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding more milk or sugar.
8. Decorate Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and sprinkle with finely crushed Oreos. Let the glaze set for at least 20 minutes.
Pro Tips
Here are some of my top tips for making yummy, I-can’t-believe-they’re-homemade Oreo donuts:
- Don’t overmix the batter – Overmixing can lead to dense donuts. Stir until just combined for a light, fluffy texture.
- Use a piping bag – Transferring the batter to a piping bag (or a ziplock bag with the tip cut off) makes filling the donut pan way easier. Like way easier!
- Chop up your Oreos very finely — Speaking of using a piping bag, I would recommend you chop your Oreos for your donuts pretty finely to ensure they fit through whatever hole you cut in your piping bag.
- Let them cool – I know it’s tempting to glaze them immediately, but letting them cool completely prevents the glaze from sliding right off. Also, allowing them to set in the pan kind of “firms” them up, whereas if you take them out hot, they’re likely to break and crumble on you.
- Customize your toppings – Drizzle some melted dairy-free chocolate, add extra Oreo crumbles, or even top with vegan whipped cream for an extra fun touch.
- Make them fresh-ish – These donuts stay fresh for up to 3 days in an airtight container, so you can enjoy them throughout the week. However, I think they taste best when you make them the night before and enjoy them with your morning coffee the next day. Honestly, ours never last longer than 2 days anyway; they’re so yummy!
FAQs
Q: Are Oreos really vegan?
A: Yes! The classic Oreos in the U.S. are dairy-free and egg-free, making them totally vegan-friendly. However, some flavors may contain milk, so always check the ingredients if you have a food allergy.
Q: Can I make these gluten-free?
A: Absolutely! Swap the all-purpose flour with a 1:1 gluten-free baking blend, and use gluten-free Oreos instead of regular Oreos.
Q: What’s the best way to store these Oreo donuts?
A: Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you want to keep them longer, freeze them (without the glaze) and thaw when ready to eat.
Q: Can I use a different egg replacer instead of applesauce?
A: Yes! Vegan egg replacement (or 1 regular egg) will also work in place of applesauce. You could also try mashed banana, but make sure you really, really mash it (so it doesn’t mess with your texture) and you might have to adjust your baking time slightly.
Q: Do I have to make these vegan?
A: No, you can absolutely make these non-vegan donuts if you want to! Instead of applesauce, use one egg and instead of plant-based milk feel free to use whatever milk you typically use.
Q: Can I make these without a donut pan?
A: You can! You can bake them in a mini muffin tin for Oreo donut holes instead. Just note that you’ll have to adjust your baking time. I would adjust down to maybe 7-8 minutes and then start checking every minute or minute and a half from there. However, everyone’s oven is different, so your baking times could be a little different from mine.
These vegan baked Oreo donuts are the ultimate treat for any Oreo lover. They’re soft, chocolatey, and packed with that nostalgic Oreo goodness—all without any dairy or eggs. Whether you’re making them for yourself, your family, or a weekend get-together, they’re guaranteed to be a hit.
So, what are you waiting for? Grab some Oreos and get baking! And if you try this Oreo donuts recipe, let me know how it turns out in the comments below. Happy baking!
Vegan Baked Oreo Donuts
Equipment
- 2 donut pans
Ingredients
Vegan Oreo Donut Base
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk almond, oat or soy are all fine
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 6-8 Oreos finely chopped
Glaze and Decoration
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 2-3 Tbsp plant-based milk
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 4-6 Oreos finely crushed, for decoration
Instructions
- 1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the plant-based milk, oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract.
- Make the Batter: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chopped Oreos.
- Fill the Donut Pan: Add batter to a piping bag and pipe the batter into the donut cavities, filling each about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean. Let them cool in the pan completely before adding glaze
- Once donuts have cooled completely, whisk the powdered sugar, plant-based milk, and vanilla until smooth. Adjust the consistency as needed by adding more milk or powdered sugar.
- Decorate Dip the cooled donuts into the glaze and sprinkle with finely crushed Oreos. Let the glaze set for at least 20 minutes.
