Vappumunkit (Gluten-Free Finnish Donuts)
recipe

Preparation Time: 1 hour (including rising time)
Serving Size: Makes about 12 donuts
Ingredients:
- 5 dl gluten-free flour blend
- 1 dl sugar
- 1 tsp psyllium husk
- 1 dl plant-based milk (dairy-free)
- 2 eggs
- 1 packet dry yeast (about 11 g)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar (optional)
- Oil for deep frying
- Sugar for dusting
Instructions:
1. In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: gluten-free flour, sugar, psyllium husk, dry yeast, salt, and vanilla sugar.
2. Add the eggs and plant-based milk to the dry ingredients. Knead the dough with a mixer and dough hooks for about 5-10 minutes until well combined and fluffy.
3. Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place for about 30-45 minutes.
4. Heat oil in a deep pot or deep fryer to about 175 °C (350 °F).
5. Shape the risen dough into round balls.
6. Fry the donuts in the oil a few at a time until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
7. Remove the donuts and place them on paper towels to drain and cool.
8. Roll the cooled donuts in sugar before serving.
Enjoy the Vappumunkit on their own or fill them with your favorite jam!
Nutritional Information (per donut):
Calories: 180
Protein: 3g
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 5g

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