Soft, sweet and absolutely irresistible, Double Chocolate Banana Donuts are a delicious guilt-free treat. These oven-baked donuts are made with whole grains and contain no refined sugar. Healthy, flavourful and easy to make.
Chocolate cravings never seem to end, and these double chocolate banana donuts answer the call. Rich with cocoa and banana, spiced with Ceylon cinnamon and finished with a silky dark chocolate glaze, they satisfy a sweet tooth while staying wholesome. I bake them for special occasions and ordinary mornings alike.
Although they look indulgent, these donuts are made from nutritious, minimally processed ingredients and contain no refined sugar. They’re baked, not fried, and use whole wheat flour, extra virgin coconut oil and raw cocoa for deep chocolate flavor. Ripe banana and date syrup naturally sweeten the batter, while Greek yogurt adds tenderness and a bit of protein.
I top each donut with a dark chocolate glaze (70–80% cocoa) or a raw cocoa glaze made from coconut oil, raw cocoa and date syrup. For texture and extra nutrients, sprinkle crushed raw cocoa beans or chia seeds on top. Raw cocoa adds antioxidants and minerals like magnesium and iron, while chia adds a protein and fiber boost.
These donuts are quick to prepare — the batter comes together in minutes and bakes in about 15 minutes. They make a great on-the-go breakfast, a nutritious snack for kids, or a healthier dessert option for gatherings.
If you don’t already own a donut pan, it’s a worthwhile purchase; baking donuts in a pan gives them the classic shape with minimal fuss and cleanup.
Why these Double Chocolate Banana Donuts are great
- Made with wholesome ingredients like whole wheat flour, raw cocoa and coconut oil
- Moist, fluffy and full of warm, aromatic flavor
- High in dietary fiber compared with conventional donuts
- Quick and easy to prepare — ready in about 20 minutes
- Requires only a few simple pantry ingredients
- Refined sugar-free, naturally sweetened with banana and date syrup (or honey)
- Lower calorie option compared to fried donuts
- Flavored with Ceylon cinnamon for aroma and potential benefits
- Contains raw cocoa — a natural antioxidant source
- Perfect for breakfast or a school snack
Enjoy these nutritious, chocolatey donuts warm or cooled. Their combination of whole grains, fruit, and minimally processed chocolate makes them a satisfying treat that won’t derail healthy eating.
Enjoy!
Recipe
Double Chocolate Banana Donuts
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup whole wheat flour
- ¼ teaspoon Himalayan salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 2 teaspoons Ceylon cinnamon
- 4 tablespoons raw cocoa
- 1 ripe banana
- ½ cup milk (plant-based or fat-free cow’s)
- 2 egg whites
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil (melted and cooled)
- 4 tablespoons date syrup (or honey)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Raw cocoa beans or chia seeds for topping
Chocolate glaze from melted dark chocolate
- ½ cup dark chocolate (70% cocoa or more)
- 2-3 tablespoons milk (plant-based or fat-free)
Chocolate glaze from raw cocoa
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin coconut oil (melted and cooled)
- 4 tablespoons raw cocoa
- 2 tablespoons date syrup (or honey)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together dry ingredients: whole wheat flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and raw cocoa.
- In a blender, puree the ripe banana with the milk until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites. Add melted coconut oil, date syrup (or honey), Greek yogurt and vanilla. Stir in the banana-milk mixture.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until combined.
- Fill the donut pan using a piping bag or a small spoon, taking care not to overfill.
- Bake for 14–17 minutes. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then remove to a rack to cool completely.
- Dip cooled donuts in your chosen chocolate glaze and sprinkle with raw cocoa beans or chia seeds.
Chocolate glaze
- Melt dark chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring in 2–3 tablespoons of milk until smooth. Add more milk if needed for a pourable consistency.
OR melt coconut oil, whisk in raw cocoa and date syrup (or honey) until smooth. Adjust cocoa or syrup to reach desired thickness.
Notes
Nutrition
| Calories: 184kcal
| Carbohydrates: 25g
| Protein: 6g
| Fat: 7g
| Fiber: 3g
| Sugar: 9g
Xoxo,
– Natalie
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