These keto strawberry donuts are soft, tender, and full of bright strawberry flavor without the sugar or gluten. They're baked instead of fried and made with fresh strawberries in the batter, a sugar-free strawberry icing, and a homemade strawberry jam drizzle that takes them over the top.
If you've been craving a strawberry donut while staying low-carb, this recipe gives you that sweet bakery-style treat in a way that fits your keto lifestyle.
It's a cake-style donut, not a yeast donut, but it has a moist crumb, pretty pink icing, and plenty of real strawberry flavor in every bite.
Made with almond flour, coconut flour, sour cream, and chopped fresh strawberries, these low-carb strawberry donuts are a fun breakfast treat, afternoon snack, or sugar-free dessert.
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Why This Keto Strawberry Donuts Recipe Works
- Baked, not fried: These donuts are made in a donut pan, making them much easier than traditional fried donuts.
- Real strawberry flavor: Fresh chopped strawberries are folded into the batter, and the topping adds another layer of berry flavor.
- Sugar-free and gluten-free: They're made without regular sugar or wheat flour, making them a great fit for a keto and low-carb lifestyle.
- Moist cake donut texture: Sour cream helps give these donuts a soft, tender crumb.
- Two strawberry toppings: The strawberry icing and sugar-free jam drizzle make them feel extra special.
- Beginner-friendly: No yeast, no frying, and no complicated steps.
Low-Carb Strawberry Donuts With Real Strawberry Flavor
What makes these strawberry keto donuts stand out is that they don't rely on just one source of flavor. The batter includes fresh strawberries, the icing gets a little boost from strawberry extract, and the homemade sugar-free strawberry jam sauce adds a pretty finishing touch.
The combination of almond flour and coconut flour gives the donuts structure while keeping them gluten-free. Since coconut flour absorbs a lot of moisture, the sour cream and melted butter help keep the texture soft instead of dry.
These are perfect when you want something that feels like a sweet bakery treat but still stays low-carb.
Ingredients Needed For Strawberry Keto Donuts
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Below is a quick overview of what you'll need. The full printable recipe card with exact amounts is at the bottom of the post.
For The Keto Strawberry Donuts
- Finely milled almond flour
- Coconut flour
- Baking powder
- Sea salt
- Granulated sugar substitute
- Vanilla extract
- Full-fat sour cream
- Eggs, room temperature
- Finely chopped fresh strawberries
- Unsalted melted butter cooled
For The Keto Strawberry Icing
- Melted butter, cooled
- Confectioners sugar-substitute
- Sea salt
- Hot water
- Red food coloring, optional
- Strawberry extract
For The Keto Strawberry Jam Sauce
- Fresh strawberries, chopped
- Granulated sugar substitute
- Water
- Vanilla extract
- Unflavored gelatin powder
How To Make Keto Strawberry Donuts
Start by preheating your oven and greasing two 6-cavity donut pans very well. A well-buttered donut pan makes it much easier to remove the donuts once they have cooled.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, sugar substitute, baking powder, and salt.
Once the dry ingredients are well mixed, add the sour cream, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix with an electric mixer until the batter is fully combined.
Fold in the chopped fresh strawberries gently so they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Then add the batter to a pastry bag or large zip-top bag with the corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pans, filling each cavity just to the rim.
Bake the donuts until they are fully cooked and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the donuts cool completely at room temperature before removing them from the molds. This step matters because keto baked goods are more delicate when warm.
While the donuts cool, prepare the strawberry icing by combining the melted butter, confectioners sugar substitute, strawberry extract, salt, and hot water until smooth.
Dip each cooled donut into the icing and place it on a baking rack to set.
For the sugar-free strawberry jam sauce, add the strawberries, sweetener, water, vanilla extract, and gelatin powder to a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until the sauce thickens slightly. Let it cool before drizzling a small amount over the iced donuts.
Tips For The Best Strawberry Keto Donuts
Use finely milled almond flour for the best texture. Almond meal is too coarse and can make the donuts gritty.
Chop the strawberries finely so they distribute evenly in the batter. Large pieces can add too much moisture in one spot and make the donuts harder to remove from the pan.
Let the donuts cool completely before unmolding. This is one of the most important tips for baked keto donuts because they firm up as they cool.
Do not skip greasing the donut pans well. Even if your pans are nonstick, keto batters can be delicate.
Use the strawberry jam drizzle lightly. A little goes a long way, and you can always serve extra sauce on the side.
Can I Use Frozen Strawberries?
Fresh strawberries work best for this recipe because they add flavor without making the batter too wet. However, you can use frozen strawberries if needed.
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For best results, thaw the strawberries completely, drain off the excess liquid, and pat them dry before chopping and adding them to the batter. This helps prevent the donuts from becoming too moist or soggy.
Sugar-Free Sweetener Options
For the donut batter, use a granulated sugar substitute that measures cup-for-cup like regular sugar. Monk fruit and erythritol blends work well in keto baking because they give the donuts sweetness without adding sugar.
For the icing, you'll need a confectioners-style sugar substitute. This gives the glaze a smooth finish and helps it set nicely on top of the donuts.
If using a stevia and erythritol blend that is much sweeter than sugar, be sure to adjust the amount according to the brand's instructions.
Strawberry Extract
The strawberry extract in the icing helps boost the berry flavor without adding extra moisture. I recommend it if you want the icing to taste more like a classic strawberry glaze.
If you do not have strawberry extract, you can use vanilla extract instead. The donuts will still be delicious, just a little milder in strawberry flavor.
Are These Strawberry Protein Donuts?
These are not specifically designed as high-protein donuts, but each donut does provide a nice amount of protein thanks to the almond flour, eggs, and sour cream.
I have not tested this recipe with protein powder, so I would not recommend adding it without adjusting the liquid ingredients.
Protein powder can change the texture of keto baked goods quickly and may make the donuts dry.
Do These Taste Like Krispy Kreme Strawberry Donuts?
These keto strawberry donuts are a low-carb, baked cake donut, so they will not have the same yeast-raised texture as a traditional Krispy Kreme donut. That said, they are a wonderful option when you want a strawberry glazed donut without the sugar, gluten, or higher carb count.
Think of them as a soft strawberry cake donut with a sugar-free glaze and jam drizzle.
Can I Use A Keto Strawberry Cake Mix?
This recipe is made completely from scratch, so you do not need a keto strawberry cake mix. Making them from scratch gives you more control over the sweetness, flavor, and texture.
It also allows the fresh strawberries to shine, which is what makes these donuts so special.
Storage & Serving Tips
Store the iced donuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to five days. Once the icing has set, they can be stacked carefully, but placing parchment paper between layers is always a good idea.
For the best flavor and texture, let the donuts sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
You can also freeze the donuts without the strawberry jam sauce for up to three weeks. I recommend freezing them in a single layer first, then transferring them to a freezer-safe container. Thaw them in the refrigerator and bring them to room temperature before serving.
Store any leftover strawberry jam sauce in a small glass jar in the refrigerator for up to five days. It's also delicious spooned over keto bread, pancakes, waffles, or a bowl of Greek yogurt.
Frequently Asked Questions
Traditional strawberry donuts are usually made with wheat flour and sugar, so they are not keto-friendly. These keto strawberry donuts are made with low-carb flours and sugar substitutes, making them a better option for a ketogenic lifestyle.
Each donut has 4.5 net carbs, including the icing and strawberry jam drizzle.
Yes. The jam sauce is optional, but it adds a lovely fresh strawberry finish. If you leave it off, the donuts will still have strawberry flavor from the batter and icing.
I have not tested a dairy-free version of this recipe. Since the sour cream and butter help with texture and moisture, swapping them may change the final result.
The most common reason is removing them too soon. Let the donuts cool completely before unmolding them, and make sure your donut pans are greased well before adding the batter.
A donut pan gives you the best shape and texture. You could try baking the batter in a muffin pan, but the baking time may need to be adjusted.
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Keto Strawberry Donuts (Gluten-Free)
These keto strawberry donuts are baked, gluten-free, and packed with fresh strawberry flavor. They feature chopped strawberries in the batter, a sugar-free strawberry icing, and a homemade strawberry jam drizzle for a bakery-style treat without the sugar.
Ingredients
Keto Strawberry Donuts
- 1 ½ cups of finely milled almond flour
- ½ cup coconut flour
- 1 ½ teaspoon of baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon of sea salt
- ½ cup sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup of full-fat sour cream
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- ¾ cup of finely chopped fresh strawberries
- ¼ cup of unsalted melted butter, cooled
Keto Strawberry Icing
- 2 tablespoons of melted butter, cooled
- ¾ cup of confectioners sugar-substitute
- ¼ teaspoon of sea salt
- 3-4 tablespoons of hot water
- 2 drops of red food coloring, optional
- 2-3 drops of fresh strawberry extract
Keto Strawberry Jam Sauce
- ¾ cup of fresh strawberries washed, hulled and cut into small pieces.
- ¼ of granulated sugar substitute
- ⅔ cup of water
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon of unflavored gelatin powder
Instructions
Keto Strawberry Donuts
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease well two 6-cavity donut pans.
- Melt ¼ cup unsalted butter and set it aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almond flour, coconut flour, sugar substitute, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
- To the dry ingredients, add the sour cream, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the three eggs one at a time.
- Mix the batter using an electric mixer until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Pipe the batter into the two prepared donut pans. I added the batter to a large zip lock bag, cut the tip of it, and then piped it into the donut pan cavities.
- I lightly tapped the batter into the donut pans using my fingers.
- Note that you will fill the donut pans just to the rim because these donuts do not rise much.
- Bake donuts for 25-30 minutes until they are fully cooked. You can insert a toothpick, and it comes out clean.
- Allow the keto donuts to fully cool at room temperature before removing them from the mold.
- Once the donuts are removed from the donut mold, place them on a baking rack and make the icing and strawberry jam sauce.
Keto Strawberry Icing
- Melt the butter and add it to a medium-sized bowl.
- To the bowl, add the confectioner's sugar substitute, strawberry extract, and sea salt. Mix well, and then add the hot water. Add three tablespoons; add more if the consistency is too thick.
- Quickly dip the donuts into the icing and set them on a baking rack to dry. The donuts will form a thin, frosted coating on the surface.
Keto Strawberry Jam Sauce
- In a small saucepan, add all the ingredients, including the gelatin powder, and cook all the ingredients over medium heat.
- Stir the strawberry sauce constantly, simmer, and cook for 4-5 minutes. Allow the sauce to cool at room temperature.
- Once the donuts have been iced, you can drizzle a small amount of jam over the top.
- You will have leftover strawberry jam sauce since you only add a tablespoon of sauce to each donut.
- This sauce can be stored in a small glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Store Your Donuts
- Once the donut's icing has been set, store them in the refrigerator in a sealed container for up to 5 days. You can place the donuts on each other since the icing hardens. You can also freeze your donuts by placing them in a freezer-proof container for up to 3 weeks. I do not recommend you freeze the donuts with the strawberry jam sauce on top.
- Allow your donuts to come to room temperature for the best flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
12Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 298Total Fat: 27gSaturated Fat: 14.1gCholesterol: 41mgSodium: 24mgCarbohydrates: 10.5gNet Carbohydrates: 4.5gFiber: 6gSugar: 1.9gProtein: 8.2g
Marie says
Could you use frozen strawberries in this recipe?
Hilda Solares says
Hi Marie, Although I have not tested, it should be fine. I recommend you use thawed sliced strawberries.