This easy Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice Donuts recipe is a perfect low carb fall treat. These donuts are made with almond flour, pumpkin and chai spices, delivering a delicious option without added sugars. A low carb, gluten free and diabetic friendly recipe.
Bake a batch and enjoy the fall season with this healthy pumpkin spice chai donut recipe.
This recipe was inspired by my Pumpkin Spice Chai Ice Cream and this Sugar Free Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Latte recipe but if you are looking for more low carb donut recipes, take a look at these:
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Ingredients used for these pumpkin spice chai donuts
- Almond flour
- Brown sweetener: Mimics the rich flavor of brown sugar, offering sweetness without added sugar.
- Masala chai spice: Adds warm, spiced flavors that enhance the fall-inspired taste of the donuts.
- Pumpkin pie spice
- Baking powder
- Xanthan gum: Helps bind the ingredients and adds structure, especially in gluten-free recipes.
- Eggs
- Unsalted melted butter
- Vanilla extract
- Pumpkin puree: Adds moisture and a natural pumpkin flavor, tying the recipe to the seasonal theme.
For Coating/Rolling:
- Unsalted melted butter
- Granulated sweetener
- Pumpkin pie spice
* See the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for a complete list of ingredients and measurements.
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Steps by step instructions
How to make low carb pumpkin spice chai donuts?
STEP 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until fully combined.
STEP 2: Add the wet ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula until the batter is smooth and no dry ingredients remain visible.
STEP 3: Transfer the donut batter to a piping bag or a freezer bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the batter evenly into a well-greased donut pan. I greased the pan with coconut oil, but melted butter or cooking spray works just as well.
Dab the tops of the donuts with a wet finger to flatten out the ridges.
STEP 4: Bake the donuts at 350°F for 16-18 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then gently loosen them with a small rubber spatula and transfer to a cooling rack.
STEP 5: Once the donuts have cooled, brush them with melted butter. Then, combine the sweetener and pumpkin spice in a bowl and roll the donuts in the mixture until they are fully coated.
Top Tip
Since these donuts are made with almond flour and won’t rise much, it’s perfectly fine to fill the molds slightly above the rim for a fuller shape.
Make your own chai masala
Combine the following spices:
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Mix these spices together and store in an airtight container. Adjust the quantities to suit your taste preferences if needed.
Recipe tips, variations and storage
Recipe Tips:
- Ensure the donut pan is well-greased to prevent sticking.
- For extra flavor, add a pinch of salt to the dry ingredients.
- For an extra boost of chai flavor, mix a bit of the masala chai spice into the sweetener coating mixture before rolling the donuts. This adds an additional layer of chai spiciness to the exterior.
Variations:
- Swap pumpkin pie spice for apple pie spice for a different twist.
- Add chopped nuts or sugar-free chocolate chips to the batter for added texture.
Storage:
- Store donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze in a single layer, then transfer to a zip-top bag for up to 3 months. Reheat in a toaster oven for freshness.
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Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice Chai Donuts
Recipe Video
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups almond flour
- ¼ cup brown sweetener
- 2 teaspoon masala chai spice
- 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup unsalted melted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoon pumpkin puree
For Coating/Rolling
- 2 tablespoon unsalted melted butter
- ½ cup granulated sweetener sugar substitute
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until fully combined.1.5 cups almond flour, ¼ cup brown sweetener, 2 teaspoon masala chai spice, 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, 2 teaspoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon xanthan gum
- Add the wet ingredients and mix with a rubber spatula until the batter is smooth and no dry ingredients are visible.4 large eggs, ¼ cup unsalted melted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 2 tablespoon pumpkin puree
- Transfer the batter to a piping bag or freezer bag with the corner cut off. Pipe the batter evenly into a well-greased donut pan. Flatten the tops with a wet finger to remove ridges.
- Bake at 350°F for 16-18 minutes, until a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then gently loosen with a small rubber spatula and transfer to a cooling rack.
- Once cooled, brush the donuts with melted butter. Combine sweetener and pumpkin spice in a bowl, then roll the donuts in the mixture until fully coated. (see notes)½ cup granulated sweetener sugar substitute, 1 tablespoon pumpkin pie spice, 2 tablespoon unsalted melted butter
- Refer to the detailed video instructions if further clarification is needed.
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- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
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Agnieszka Carpenter says
Loved these donuts. I used golden monkfruit sweetener and it worked great. Perfect for my diabetic father-in-law!
Juyali says
My daughter likes chai spice so I surprised her with these donuts. What a delicious treat!
Ashley says
A pumpkin doughnut without the guilt? Sign me up! Love the addition of chai spice too. Yum!
Liz says
These donuts are so tender and delicious PLUS I can eat them for breakfast without worrying about my blood sugar spiking!!