08/23/2026
Makes approximately 8-10 donuts
Ingredients
* 2-3 very ripe bananas, about 1 cup mashed
* 2 large eggs
* ½ cup pure maple syrup
* ½ tbsp vanilla extract
* ⅓ cup avocado oil
* ¼ cup unsweetened cacao powder
* 1½ cups gluten-free rolled oats
* 1 tsp baking soda
* ¼ tsp salt
* ¼ cup chocolate chips
For topping
* Chocolate chips
* Chopped pecans
Directions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a donut pan.
2. biend the batter. Add the bananas, eggs, maple syrup, vanilla, avocado oil, cacao powder, oats, baking soda, and salt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
3. Add the chocolate. Stir in the ¼ cup chocolate chips by hand after blending.
4. Fill the donut molds about ¾ full. Sprinkle a few chocolate chips and chopped pecans over each donut.
5. Bake at 350°F for about 13-15 minutes, or until the donuts spring back when gently touched. Avoid overbaking so the centers stay moist.
6. Cool in the pan for about 5-10 minutes before carefully removing.
Why I like this combination
They're naturally gluten-free when using certified GF oats, have no refined flour, and the bananas provide natural sweetness and moisture. Pecans add healthy fats and a little crunch.
Little tip: I'd use 2 large bananas or 3 smaller bananas. Too much banana can make an oat-based donut gummy in the center.
