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Espresso-Filled Coffee Doughnuts

moka coffee pot
Rich, tender doughnuts with bold coffee flavor and a silky espresso cream filling. Completely vegan, incredibly extra, and worth every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 265 kcal

Ingredients
  

Doughnuts:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup brown sugar or coconut sugar
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 2 tbsp brewed coffee
  • ¼ cup melted coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar

Espresso Filling:

  • ½ cup vegan butter softened
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
  • 1 tbsp brewed espresso
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Splash of plant-based milk if needed

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease the doughnut pan like your life depends on it.
  • Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Whisk almond milk, coffee, oil, vanilla, and vinegar in a separate bowl.
  • Pour wet mix into dry ingredients and stir until smooth. No overthinking allowed.
  • Spoon batter into doughnut pan, filling each well about ¾ full.
  • Bake 15 minutes, or until firm and lightly golden. Let them cool like your DMs.
  • For filling: beat vegan butter, powdered sugar, espresso powder, brewed espresso, and vanilla until creamy.
  • Add plant milk a teaspoon at a time for pipeable consistency.
  • Transfer espresso cream into a piping bag.
  • Once doughnuts cool, poke and fill each one with the espresso cream. Be generous—it’s your day.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 265
  • Total Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 39g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g

Vitamins & Minerals (% Daily Value Per Serving)

  • Iron: 9%
  • Calcium: 7%
  • Magnesium: 4%
  • Folate: 5%
  • Vitamin B6: 3%

Extra Notes & Tips

  • Add a pinch of cocoa powder to the dough for mocha vibes.
  • Chill the filling before piping if it feels too soft.
  • Sprinkle crushed espresso beans on top for dramatic flair.
  • Pair with a strong latte and stronger boundaries.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge, if any survive the hour