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Keto Cinnamon Sugar Donut Holes - Soft, Sweet, and Low-Carb

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • Almond flour (fine blanched)
  • Coconut flour
  • Baking powder (aluminum-free)
  • Ground cinnamon
  • Granular keto sweetener (erythritol, allulose, or monk fruit blend)
  • Powdered keto sweetener (optional, for a smoother coating)
  • Eggs
  • Sour cream or full-fat Greek yogurt
  • Unsalted butter (melted), plus more for coating
  • Vanilla extract
  • Salt
  • Avocado oil spray or butter for greasing the pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat and prep: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) or preheat your air fryer to 320°F (160°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or use a mini muffin pan. Lightly grease with avocado oil spray or butter.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk 1 1/2 cups almond flour, 2 tablespoons coconut flour, 2 teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Break up any lumps for a smooth batter.
  3. Combine wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk 2 large eggs, 1/3 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup granular keto sweetener, 3 tablespoons melted butter (slightly cooled), and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Make the batter: Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until just combined. The batter should be thick but scoopable. If it’s too thick, add a tablespoon of sour cream; if too loose, add a teaspoon of coconut flour.
  5. Shape the donut holes: Use a small cookie scoop or spoon to portion 1–1.5 tablespoon mounds. If baking free-form, roll gently with damp hands into balls. If using a mini muffin pan, just scoop directly into the wells.
  6. Bake or air fry: Oven: Bake 12–15 minutes until lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Air fryer: Cook 8–10 minutes, shaking or turning once if needed, until set and lightly browned.
  8. Cool slightly: Let them rest for 5–7 minutes. They’ll firm up and become easier to handle without breaking.
  9. Make the cinnamon “sugar”: In a shallow bowl, mix 1/3 cup granular keto sweetener (or powdered for a smoother coating) with 1–1.5 teaspoons cinnamon. Adjust sweetness to taste.
  10. Coat the donut holes: Brush each donut hole lightly with melted butter, then roll in the cinnamon sweetener blend until fully coated. For extra coverage, repeat the roll once more.
  11. Serve warm: Enjoy right away for the best texture. They’re great with coffee or tea.