Salted Caramel Mocha Donuts Recipe

Name: Salted Caramel Mocha Donuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Salted Caramel Mocha frosting; 8-10 Medjool dates; 4 tablespoons strong coffee; 2 tablespoons filtered water; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 pinch sea salt; For the donuts; 1 1/4 cups oat flour; 1/4 cup cacao powder; 3/4 teaspoon sea salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon baking soda; 8 Medjool dates, pitted and soaked; 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted; 2 tablespoons nut butter; 1/3 cup non-dairy milk; 1/4 cup strong coffee; 1 3-oz. dark chocolate bar, roughly chopped

Servings: persons

For the Salted Caramel Mocha frosting
8-10 Medjool dates
4 tablespoons strong coffee
2 tablespoons filtered water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch sea salt
For the donuts
1 1/4 cups oat flour
1/4 cup cacao powder
3/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
8 Medjool dates, pitted and soaked
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
2 tablespoons nut butter
1/3 cup non-dairy milk
1/4 cup strong coffee
1 3-oz. dark chocolate bar, roughly chopped

1
Drain the soaked dates and toss into a blender with remaining ingredients. Blend until smooth.
2
Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use.
3
Preheat the oven to 350 F and lightly grease a donut pan with oil (unless using a silicone baking mold, which I highly recommend buying!).
4
Toss the dry ingredients in a blender and pulse until combined.
5
In a small bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients, except the dates. Pour the wet mixture into the blender and blend until just combined.
6
Add the dates and blend again until smooth - you don't want any date chunks. Stir in the chopped chocolate bar.
7
Scoop the batter into the donut mold and evenly distribute amongst 6-8 individual molds. Sprinkle with sea salt and bake for 20-22 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
8
Remove from oven and cool completely, then top with Salted Caramel Mocha frosting and sea salt.
9
Enjoy!

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the Salted Caramel Mocha frosting, 8-10 Medjool dates, 4 tablespoons strong coffee, 2 tablespoons filtered water, and more.

Yes, Salted Caramel Mocha Donuts falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Salted Caramel Mocha Donuts

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