Gluten-Free Paleo Maple Bacon Donuts
These baked donuts combine almond flour and coconut flour for a grain-free base, topped with a rich maple-cinnamon glaze and crispy bacon crumbles. The donuts have a tender, cake-like texture from the egg-based batter, while the maple-mustard glazed bacon adds a sweet-savory contrast. Perfect for weekend brunch or special occasions when you want an indulgent treat that fits paleo guidelines. The coconut butter glaze sets beautifully and provides rich flavor without refined sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups almond flour
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 t baking soda
- 1 t cinnamon
- 4 eggs
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 t vanilla extract
- ¼ cup maple syrup, for glaze
- ¼ cup coconut butter
- ¼ cup full-fat coconut milk, shaken
- 2 tbsp grass-fed butter
- 1 t vanilla extract, for glaze
- 1 t cinnamon, for glaze
- 4 pieces bacon
- 2 tbsp maple syrup, for bacon
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a donut pan with coconut oil
- 2
Sift together almond flour, coconut flour, baking soda, and cinnamon in a large bowl
- 3
Add eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract to dry ingredients
- 4
Mix ingredients until smooth
- 5
Prepare the glaze by combining maple syrup, coconut butter, coconut milk, butter, vanilla extract, and cinnamon in a blender
- 6
Blend glaze until smooth and pour into a shallow bowl
- 7
Spoon dough into each donut cavity and bake for 20 minutes
- 8
Remove donuts from oven and cool in the pan
- 9
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lay bacon in a single layer
- 10
Mix maple syrup and mustard until smooth in a small bowl
- 11
Brush each piece of bacon with the maple-mustard mixture
- 12
Bake bacon for 20 minutes or until crispy
- 13
Allow bacon to cool then crumble
- 14
Dip one side of each cooled donut in glaze and sprinkle with crumbled bacon
Tips
Make sure coconut milk is well-shaken before measuring to incorporate the cream that separates naturally.
Allow donuts to cool completely in the pan before glazing to prevent the glaze from melting off.
Save some bacon crumbles to store separately and add fresh crunch when serving leftover donuts.
Good to Know
Store in airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Bacon may soften over time.
Donuts can be made 1 day ahead and stored unglazed. Glaze and add bacon just before serving.
Serve at room temperature. Best enjoyed within 24 hours for optimal texture.
Common Mistakes
Don't overmix the batter to avoid dense donuts
Ensure bacon is fully cooled before crumbling to prevent grease from affecting texture
Dip donuts in glaze quickly to avoid oversaturation
Substitutions
Vegan Options
General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make these without a donut pan?
Yes, you can use a muffin tin for donut holes or mini muffins. Reduce baking time to 12-15 minutes and check for doneness.
How long will these keep fresh?
Store unglazed donuts up to 3 days at room temperature. Once glazed and topped with bacon, best consumed within 24 hours.
Can I freeze these donuts?
Freeze unglazed donuts for up to 2 months. Thaw completely before glazing and adding bacon topping for best results.