Craving donuts but don’t want to turn on the oven? These no-bake chocolate donuts are your perfect solution! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, banana, and nut butter, they’re ready in just 15 minutes and require zero baking skills. The rich chocolate coating and optional crunchy hazelnuts create the perfect texture contrast that will have you coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 100g (1 cup) oat flakes or oat flour, ground to powder
- 25g (3 tbsp) unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 medium banana (or 4-5 pitted dates), roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp nut butter (pistachio, almond, cashew, or pecan)
- 120g (4 oz) dark chocolate, for coating
- 2 tbsp crushed hazelnuts (optional)
Instructions
Prepare the Donut Base
- Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine ground oat flakes and unsweetened cocoa powder. Stir with a spoon to distribute evenly.
- Add wet ingredients: Add the chopped banana and nut butter to the oat mixture.
- Form the dough: Mix, crush, and press the ingredients together until you achieve a compact, malleable texture similar to cookie dough. If too dry, add more nut butter; if too wet, add more ground oats.
Shape and Set
- Fill molds: Divide the dough into silicone donut molds, pressing firmly to create the classic donut shape. Alternatively, shape by hand into discs.
- Freeze briefly: Place molds in the freezer for 10 minutes to firm up.
Prepare the Chocolate Coating
- Melt chocolate: While donuts are setting, melt dark chocolate in a double boiler or microwave. If using hazelnuts, stir them into the melted chocolate.
Final Assembly
- Coat donuts: Remove donuts from freezer and dip both sides in the melted chocolate mixture.
- Final chill: Place coated donuts on parchment paper and refrigerate for 5 minutes before serving.
Recipe Details
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Chill Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 3 large donuts
- Nutrition (per donut): Approximately 280 calories, 6g protein, 15g healthy fats, 8g fiber
Why This Recipe is Perfect for You
These no-bake chocolate donuts offer numerous health benefits without sacrificing taste. Oats provide heart-healthy beta-glucan fiber that helps lower cholesterol and stabilize blood sugar. The natural sweetness from banana eliminates the need for refined sugar while adding potassium and vitamin B6. Nut butter contributes healthy fats and protein for sustained energy, while dark chocolate delivers antioxidants and mood-boosting compounds.
The flourless, eggless design makes these donuts suitable for various dietary restrictions, and the no-bake method preserves the nutritional integrity of all ingredients. Perfect for hot summer days when you want a satisfying treat without heating up the kitchen, these donuts prove that healthy desserts can be both indulgent and nourishing.