Dairy-free baked peach donuts capture bright spring flavors and are simple to prepare. Filled with tender peach pieces, these baked peach donuts are always a crowd-pleaser.
I love baked donuts. When I first tried them I wasn’t sure they would work, but now I often prefer them to fried donuts. They’re faster, easier, and require less equipment.
These peach donuts are versatile for brunch or breakfast gatherings and can be made ahead—just glaze them right before serving. The recipe below is dairy-free when made with plant-based Lifeway Oat Peaches & Cream, but you can substitute butter and regular milk if you don’t need a dairy-free version.
This recipe was created in collaboration with Lifeway Kefir. Thank you to the brands that support this blog.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Simple to prepare: No stand mixer required—batter is mixed by hand and piped into a donut pan.
- Make-ahead friendly: Bake the donuts the day before and glaze them just before serving for easy entertaining.
- Dairy-free option: Use Lifeway Oat Peaches & Cream for a dairy-free, plant-based version with probiotic cultures.
Ingredients you’ll need
- Lifeway Oat (Peaches & Cream) or another oat/kefir substitute
- Peaches — fresh, frozen, or canned (drained)
- All-purpose flour
- Baking powder
- Egg
- Sugar
- Coconut oil (or butter if not dairy-free)
What is Lifeway Oat?
Lifeway Oat is made with organic oats and contains live, vegan probiotic cultures. It’s plant-based, dairy-free, and certified gluten-free, making it a convenient option for dairy-free baked goods and adding a subtle peach flavor in this recipe.
How to make peach kefir donuts
Remove the donuts from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool. For the glaze, whisk 1/3 cup powdered sugar with 2 tablespoons Lifeway Oat (Peaches & Cream) until smooth. Dip slightly cooled donuts into the glaze and let set.
Variations
- Use fresh, frozen, or canned peaches: If using canned peaches, drain them well first.
- Swap the oat flavor: If you don’t have Peaches & Cream, use plain Lifeway Oat and stir in a little peach syrup or juice for flavor.
- Alternative toppings: Instead of glaze, roll warm donuts in powdered sugar or cinnamon-sugar for a different finish.
Tips and tricks
- Grease the donut pan thoroughly—even “nonstick” pans benefit from a light coating of oil or spray.
- If donuts stick, gently loosen the edges with a butter knife and use a rubber spatula to lift them out. Avoid flipping the pan upside down, which can break them.
- Remove donuts from the pan while warm; cooling in the pan increases the chance of sticking.
Frequently asked questions about peach donuts
They’re generally lighter than fried donuts, but like any treat, enjoy them in moderation.
Substitute buttermilk, a non-dairy buttermilk, or plain kefir. The texture will remain similar; flavor will vary slightly.
Use a muffin tin in place of a donut pan. Grease well and fill each cup to avoid overfilling. Bake until a toothpick comes out clean; times may vary slightly.
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Recipe
Baked Peach Donuts — Dairy Free
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1 cup Lifeway Oat (Peaches & Cream)
- ¼ cup coconut oil, melted (or butter)
- ½ cup peaches, diced (fresh, frozen, or canned—drained)
For the glaze
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp Lifeway Oat (Peaches & Cream)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a donut pan well with coconut oil or cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and baking powder. Set aside.
- In a medium bowl, whisk the egg, Lifeway Oat, and melted coconut oil until combined.
- Add wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir gently; do not overmix. A few lumps are fine.
- Fold in the diced peaches until just combined.
- Transfer batter to a gallon-sized zip-top bag, snip a corner, and pipe into the prepared donut pan.
- Bake for about 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Remove donuts from the pan and transfer to a wire rack to cool slightly.
- Whisk together powdered sugar and Lifeway Oat to make the glaze. Dip cooled donuts into the glaze and allow to set.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Grease the donut pan thoroughly, even if labeled nonstick.
- Remove donuts from the pan while warm to minimize sticking.
- Use ½ cup peaches—fresh, frozen, or well-drained canned peaches work well.