For this Low Carb Toasted Coconut Donut recipe, we're recreating the classic Tim Hortons-style donut with a keto-friendly twist. The base uses almond flour, eggs, coconut oil, and coconut milk to create a light, moist texture, while cacao and espresso powders add subtle depth of flavor.
Sweetener keeps the donuts sugar-free, and xanthan gum provides structure. The glaze, made with coconut milk, vanilla, and optional coconut flavoring, adds creamy sweetness, while the toasted unsweetened coconut topping delivers crunch and rich coconut flavor. Each ingredient is chosen to balance taste, texture, and low-carb nutrition so you can enjoy a satisfying donut without extra carbs.
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✅ Recipe Name: Low Carb Toasted Coconut Donuts
🕒 Ready In: 35 minutes
👪 Serves: 6 servings
🍽 Calories: 205 | Protein: 5g | Carbs: 5g | Sugar: 1g
🥣 Main Ingredients: Almond flour, coconut, sugar replacement
📖 Dietary Info: low carb, gluten free, sugar free
👌 Difficulty: Medium - mix, pipe into donut pan.
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- How to toast coconut for donuts?
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- Macros and Nutritional Information
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- Low Carb Toasted Coconut Donut
Since being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes, I never thought I'd enjoy a donut again, but after perfecting this recipe, you can have a light, fluffy low-carb toasted coconut donut with maximum flavor and no sugar crash.
You might also enjoy this delicious Sugar Free Collagen Donut, Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice Chai Donuts or these Low Carb Apple Cinnamon Donuts recipes.
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A little dessert is a cornerstone part of a healthy, balanced diet.
What are toasted coconut donuts?
- Toasted coconut donuts are soft, sweet donuts topped with golden, toasted coconut flakes for crunch and a nutty flavor.
- Low carb version: Uses almond and sugar-free sweeteners, making them keto-friendly and diabetic-conscious.
- Key difference from traditional donuts: Classic donuts rely on white flour and sugar, while low carb toasted coconut donuts balance sweetness and texture without added carbs.
- Flavor & texture tip (Pro Tip): Perfectly toasting the coconut enhances flavor and keeps the topping crisp, giving your donuts maximum taste without the sugar crash.
Ingredients in the low carb toasted coconut donuts
- Toasted Coconut: Toasting the coconut brings out a nutty flavour that is different from plain coconut. It gives it a nice colour and the fragrance is to die for. For this recipe I simply toasted unsweetened coconut in a dry frying pan until lightly browned. Make sure you purchase the unsweetened coconut. I used flaked coconut in the low-carb toasted coconut donuts but you can use flaked or shredded as long as it's unsweetened.
- Cacao Powder: This is the good stuff that is the closest form to chocolate. There is a big difference between cacao powder and cocoa powder and the most important is the flavour of cacao is intense and has a lot less sugar than the cocoa powder.
- Coconut Oil: continuing on a coconut theme, this was a must to intensify the coconut flavour throughout the donut. Plus, the fatty acids in coconut oil encourage the body to burn fat, which makes this donut almost a superfood. Just kidding but I like to think it is.
- Almond Flour: I could have continued with the coconut theme here and used coconut flour but I find coconut flour tends to dry out the donuts and it loses it's moisture. If you have nut allergies and want to use coconut flour, a good starting point is to substitute 1 cup of almond flour with ¼ cup of coconut flour. You will also need to add 1 egg for every ¼ cup of coconut flour.
Step by step instructions
How to make low carb toasted coconut donuts?
STEP 1: Toast shredded coconut in a dry frying pan until lightly browned
STEP 2: Mix the wet ingredients
STEP 3: Add in the dry ingredients
STEP 4: Pipe or spoon the batter into a coconut oil greased and sprayed donut pan
STEP 5: Bake at 350 for 22-24 minutes
STEP 6: Combine the glaze ingredients in a medium size bowl and set aside
STEP 7: Allow donuts to cool completely before removing from pan
STEP 8: Dip tops of donuts into the glaze and then dip into toasted coconut to coat the tops of the donut
How to toast coconut for donuts?
- Oven method: Spread 1 cup of unsweetened coconut flakes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 5-8 minutes, stirring halfway, until golden and fragrant.
- Stovetop method: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Add coconut flakes and stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until lightly toasted, evenly golden, and aromatic.
- Pro Tip: Watch closely, coconut can burn quickly. Toast just until golden to get a crunchy texture and rich, nutty flavor for your low carb toasted coconut donuts.
Recipe Tips for Low Carb Toasted Coconut Donuts
- Check batter consistency: The donut batter should be thick but scoopable. Too thin and the donuts will spread; too thick and they may be dense. (low carb donut batter tips)
- Room temperature ingredients: Use eggs and coconut milk at room temperature for smoother mixing and a lighter texture. (keto toasted coconut donuts texture tip)
- Avoid over-baking: Bake until a toothpick comes out clean; over-baking dries out the donuts. Golden edges and a soft center are ideal. (how to bake low carb donuts perfectly)
- Enhance coconut flavor: Toast the coconut until just golden and add a few drops of coconut flavoring in the glaze for extra aroma and taste. (toasted coconut flavor tips)
- Customize sweetness: Adjust sweetener in the glaze to taste; using a sugar-free maple or caramel-flavored sweetener adds variety without extra carbs. (sugar-free glaze for toasted coconut donuts)
- Glaze: The glaze can harden within a couple hours. You want to make sure the glaze is made while donuts are in the oven and once slightly cooled you can start the assembly. The glaze is what makes the coconut stick.
- Coconut oil and spray: I greased th donut pan with coconut oil and for added measure I also sprayed it with coconut oil. However, the spray is optional.
- Want to make donuts in the air fryer? See my Air Fryer Sugar Free Chocolate Donuts recipe.
Storage
Store in an airtight container and enjoy within 3-4 days. Alternatively, you can freeze the donuts once they are cooled for up to 3 months and top them later. Allow the donuts to thaw out of the freezer for 1 hour and then glaze and top with toasted coconut.
Recipe Variations and Toppings
You can easily switch up this low carb toasted coconut donut recipe to suit different tastes. Some popular variations include:
- Sugar-free caramel drizzle: Adds a rich, buttery sweetness without extra carbs.
- Maple-style glaze: Brings a classic donut flavor twist while keeping it low carb.
- Plain toasted coconut donut: Skip the glaze for a simple, crunchy-topped keto treat.
Pro Tip: Experiment with small flavor additions like a hint of cinnamon or cocoa in the glaze to customise your donuts even further.
Macros and Nutritional Information
These low-carb toasted coconut donuts are perfect for keto or diabetic-friendly diets. The toasted coconut adds crunch and flavor without extra sugar, and each bite gives a satisfying balance of healthy fats and protein.
Nutrition may vary slightly depending on your ingredients and portion sizes.
- Calories: 205
- Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Frequently Asked Questions
Since the glaze acts as the glue for the coconut to stick to the donuts it is required. However, if you prefer a plain chocolate donut the glaze would be optional. the toasted coconut donut?
Yes, you can. Simply use a donut hole mold or a muffin mold to make its shape and assemble them the same. Bake for 20-22 minutes. You will know when they are done by poking with a toothpick and it comes out clean.
Different ingredients affect people differently and the highs and lows of diabetes can be tricky. I always tell people they need to test out what works for them until they have a good understanding on what type of ingredients affect their blood sugars. These low carb toasted coconut donuts are made with almond flour and erythritol which have a lower glycemic index than regular flour and sugar. You may also want to try out some other dessert recipes.
Each donut contains 205 calories, varies based on ingredients and brands used.
Yes, at only 2g net carbs per donut they are sure to fit into your macros.
These donuts are made by baking them in the oven and are not fried.
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Low Carb Toasted Coconut Donut
RECIPE VIDEO
Equipment
Ingredients
Donuts
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup coconut milk
- 1 cup almond flour
- ¼ cup sweetener
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 tablespoon cacao powder
- ½ teaspoon espresso powder
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
Glaze
- ¼ cup sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon coconut milk
- 3 drops coconut flavouring (optional if you want more coconut flavour)
Topping
Instructions
Donuts
- Preheat oven to 350°F
- In a large bowl mix the wet ingredients with a whisk or spatula until well incorporated
- Add the dry ingredients and mix until combined
- Grease a doughnut pan with coconut oil. You can also spray with coconut oil if you have any on hand (optional)
- Add batter to a piping bag and pipe into donut pan. Alternatively you can use a spoon to transfer the batter to the donut pan. Fill each to about ¾ full as the donuts will rise. I only had a 6 donut pan and baked the last 2 separately.
- You will know donuts are ready when poked with a toothpick and it comes out clean. Roughly 22-24 minutes as ovens vary.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool before assembling with glaze and toasted coconut
Toasted Coconut
- Add the shredded coconut to a dry frying pan on medium heat. Remove from heat once coconut is lightly browned and allow to cool.
Glaze
- Combine ingredients in a bowl and mix until combined
- Optional adding coconut flavouring to the glaze if you want additional coconut flavour
Assembly
- Once donuts have cooled dip each donut into the glaze and then press down into the toasted coconut. You may want to add additional coconut to the donut by scooping some out with a spoon and sprinkling on top of the donut.
- (Refer to the video instructions below if further clarification is needed)
Notes
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Nutritional Information
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Jere Cassidy says
Donuts with coconut are always a favorite for me, I would never pass on up and yours look seriously delicioius. Love you did a low carb version,
Amy Roskelley says
I just bought one of those donut pans! Can't wait to make this!
Faith says
I just bought one also….can hardly wait to make these donuts ?
Jeri Walker says
These look so good! I can't wait to try them! So excited that they're low carb!
Oscar Chimenti says
In my opinion the best donuts ever.