These Cardamom Rose Donuts are a delightful combination of warm cardamom spice and floral rose water, topped with a vibrant purple sweet potato frosting. The donuts are fluffy, tender, and bursting with unique flavors—a perfect treat for special occasions or a colorful addition to any dessert table.
Donut Ingredients (Makes 2 Dozen Small Donuts)
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose pastry flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- 1 cup applesauce (acts as an egg replacement and adds moisture)
- 1/2 cup almond milk, mixed with:
- 2 tsp chia seeds or flax meal (for binding)
- 1 tsp rice vinegar (for a slight tang and to help activate the baking soda)
- 2 tbsp rose water (for a light floral hint)
- 5 tbsp vegan butter, melted (or substitute with coconut oil)
Making the Donuts
1. Prepare the Batter
In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cardamom. In a separate bowl, mix the wet ingredients: applesauce, almond milk mixture (with chia or flax), rose water, and melted vegan butter. Gently fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until fully incorporated, creating a smooth batter.
2. Preheat and Prepare the Donut Pan
Preheat your oven to 370°F (190°C). Grease the donut pan lightly with avocado or coconut oil to prevent sticking.
3. Pipe and Bake
Pour the batter into a piping bag (or a ziplock bag with the tip cut off) and pipe the batter into the donut cavities until each is about three-quarters full. Bake for 20 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
4. Cool Completely
Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack. Allow them to cool completely before frosting.
Purple Sweet Potato Rose Frosting
This frosting is both visually striking and deliciously creamy, thanks to vegan cream cheese and the natural purple hue from sweet potato powder.
Frosting Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegan cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup vegan butter, softened
- 2 1/2–3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp purple sweet potato powder (like Suncore Foods Organic Purple Sweet Potato Super Color Powder)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Making the Frosting
- Cream the Base Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the vegan cream cheese, softened vegan butter, and vanilla extract. Use a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fluffy. - Incorporate the Powdered Sugar
Add the powdered sugar in 1/2-cup increments, mixing well after each addition until the frosting reaches a spreadable, smooth consistency. - Add Purple Sweet Potato Powder
Gently fold in the purple sweet potato powder to achieve a beautiful lavender color. Mix until the frosting is smooth and fully combined.
Frost and Decorate
Spread a generous layer of frosting over each cooled donut. For a final decorative touch, sprinkle with dried rose petals to add elegance and enhance the rose flavor.
Tips for Perfect Donuts
- For a richer flavor, allow the batter to rest for 10 minutes before piping.
- Adjust sweetness in the frosting by adding more or less powdered sugar, as desired.
- Experiment with colors by adding more or less purple sweet potato powder for a lighter or more intense hue.
Storing and Serving
Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Enjoy them chilled or let them come to room temperature for a softer texture. These donuts are perfect with a cup of tea or coffee and make a unique treat for sharing!
Indulge in the floral and earthy flavors of these Cardamom Rose Donuts and let the purple frosting bring a bit of magic to every bite.
Baked Vegan Cardamom Rose Donuts Recipe
Ingredients
Donut Batter
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose pastry flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cardamom powder
- 1 cup applesauce
- ½ cup almond milk mixed with 2 tsp chia seeds or flax meal and 1 tsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp rose water
- 5 tbsp vegan butter melted, or use coconut oil
Purple Sweet Potato Rose Frosting
- ½ cup vegan cream cheese softened
- ⅓ cup vegan butter softened
- 2 ½ – 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp organic purple sweet potato powder
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Make the Donuts
- Preheat the oven to 370°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose pastry flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and cardamom powder.
- In another bowl, combine applesauce, almond milk mixture (with chia seeds or flax meal and rice vinegar), rose water, and melted vegan butter or coconut oil.
- Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
- Prepare the donut pans by spraying with avocado or coconut oil. Pour the batter into a piping bag and fill the donut pan.
- Bake for 20 minutes or until the tops are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Cool the donuts on a wire rack before frosting.
Prepare the Frosting
- In a large bowl, mix softened vegan cream cheese, vegan butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add powdered sugar in 1/2 cup increments until the desired frosting consistency is reached.
- Slowly add purple sweet potato powder, mixing until smooth.
- Spread the frosting over the donuts and top with dried rose petals.
Notes
- Use almond milk with chia or flax seeds as a vegan egg substitute.
- Adjust powdered sugar in frosting to achieve desired sweetness and consistency.
- Frosted donuts can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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