Chocolate Coconut Donuts With Coconut Glaze

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These Chocolate Coconut Donuts are soft, chocolatey, and dunked into a glossy coconut glaze before getting showered in sweet coconut flakes. They bake in about 10–12 minutes, so you get that fresh donut moment without oil, frying, or leaving the house.

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The Chocolate Coconut Donuts I Wish Every Coffee Came With

If you love chocolate and coconut together, these are for you. The batter is a quick stir situation with cocoa for richness, oil and sour cream to keep things soft, and coconut extract so the flavor actually comes through. They bake up tender and cakey, sturdy enough to handle a good glaze.
While they’re still warm, each donut gets dipped in a coconut glaze and pressed into shredded coconut. That sticky, snowy topping is what makes them feel bakery-worthy without the fuss.

Here is how it all comes together:

Whisk milk, egg, oil, sour cream, and coconut extract until smooth
Stir in the dry ingredients just until the batter is combined and glossy
Pipe or spoon the batter into greased donut pans so they bake evenly
Bake until the donuts spring back lightly when touched and a toothpick comes out clean
Let them cool slightly so they hold their shape, then mix the glaze until smooth
Dip each donut into the glaze and immediately sprinkle or press on coconut flakes

Once they set, you get a soft chocolate donut with a sweet coconut top that adds just the right texture. They’re dessert-y but still totally coffee-friendly.

Serve them as-is or drizzle a little melted chocolate over the top if you want to lean in. Either way, they look way more effort-heavy than they actually are.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make these donuts without a donut pan?

You will get the best shape and texture with a donut pan, but you can bake the batter in a mini muffin tin for “donut hole” style bites. Reduce the baking time and keep an eye on them so they do not overbake.

How can I make these gluten free?

Use a good 1:1 gluten free flour blend that is meant to substitute for all purpose flour by weight or volume. Make sure your flour blend already contains xanthan gum or follow the package instructions if it does not.

Can I make these dairy free?

Yes. Use a dairy free milk and a dairy free sour cream alternative and choose a neutral oil. For the glaze, use dairy free milk as well. The method stays the same.

Do these donuts keep well, or should I serve them right away?

They are at their best the day they are made, especially within the first several hours when the glaze is set but the crumb is still very soft. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container at room temperature and enjoy within a day.

Can I toast the coconut for the topping?

Absolutely. Lightly toasting the coconut flakes in the oven or in a dry skillet until just golden adds more flavor and a bit of crunch. Let the coconut cool before pressing it onto the glazed donuts.