You ever bite into something and just stop for a second because it hits all the right spots? That’s what we’re making here. Churro-style donuts with cinnamon sugar outside, warm and cakey inside—but without the sugar crash or carb bomb. These are keto-friendly, meaning they skip the traditional flour and sugar but still bring that nostalgic churro vibe.

If you’ve never baked a donut before, don’t stress. This recipe is for anyone. If you’ve got a mixing bowl, a spoon, and a little patience, you’re already halfway there.

What You’ll Need – Ingredients That Actually Matter

Let’s keep it simple. Here’s everything you’re gonna need. We’ll walk through the why as we go, too.

For the Donuts:

1 cup almond flour
This is your base. It’s light, nutty, and plays nice with cinnamon.
2 tablespoons coconut flour
Coconut flour soaks up moisture like a sponge. You only need a little, but it makes a big difference in texture.
1/3 cup granulated sweetener (like monk fruit or erythritol)
You want a sweet donut, but not one that spikes your blood sugar. This gets the job done.
2 teaspoons baking powder
Helps them puff up. No one wants a flat donut.
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (in the batter)
We’re layering the flavor here. Churros are all about cinnamon.
1/4 teaspoon salt
Makes everything else taste better. Don’t skip it.
2 large eggs
Room temp is best. They hold everything together.
1/4 cup melted butter (or coconut oil if you’re dairy-free)
Adds fat, which means flavor and moisture.
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
Keeps the batter smooth. Any low-carb milk works.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Just a little hug of warmth in the background.

For the Cinnamon “Sugar” Coating:

1/4 cup granulated sweetener
Same as the one in your batter. Needs to be something that mimics sugar’s texture.
1 tablespoon cinnamon
Can’t call it a churro donut without this.
2 tablespoons melted butter
This helps the coating stick. Plus, butter.

Tools You’ll Want

You don’t need a pro kitchen here, but these will help:

Donut pan (silicone or metal, either works)
Mixing bowls
Whisk or forkPastry brush or spoon for the butter
Cooling rack (or a clean plate with paper towel)

No donut pan? Use a muffin tin or mini bundt pan. Don’t overthink it.

Step-by-Step – Real Talk Baking

1. Preheat your oven

Set it to 350°F (175°C). Always the first move—so when the batter’s ready, the oven is too.

2. Mix dry ingredients

In a medium bowl, stir together almond flour, coconut flour, sweetener, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.

Give it a little whisk so everything blends evenly. You don’t want chunks of baking powder hiding out.

3. In another bowl, mix the wet stuff

Crack in your eggs. Add melted butter, almond milk, and vanilla. Whisk it until smooth. No need for electric beaters unless you’re feeling fancy.

4. Combine it all

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry. Stir until just combined. The batter will be thick, somewhere between cake batter and cookie dough. That’s how it should be.

Let it sit for 2-3 minutes. Coconut flour thickens as it sits. This little pause makes shaping easier.

5. Fill your donut pan

You can spoon it in, or pipe it if you want them looking extra pretty. Fill each cavity about 3/4 of the way.

If you’re using a muffin tin, don’t fill them to the top—give them room to rise.

6. Bake

Pop them into the oven for 15-18 minutes. Check at 15. The tops should be golden, the edges firm. A toothpick should come out clean.

Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then carefully transfer to a rack or plate.

If they fall apart, they needed more time. No big deal—call them churro muffins and move on.

7. Coat those babies

While they’re still warm, brush the tops with melted butter. Then roll or sprinkle with the cinnamon sweetener mix.

This step turns your baked keto donuts into churro magic.

Tips and Swaps For Keto Cinnamon Sugar Churro Donuts

Don’t skip the butter for coating. It makes the coating stick and adds that fried-dough richness without the fryer.

Sweetener texture matters. A finely granulated sweetener gives you that “sugar crunch.” Powdered won’t work here.

Wanna go egg-free? You can try flax eggs (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water per egg), but the texture gets a little spongier.

Add-ins? Go wild. A sprinkle of orange zest in the batter makes them feel extra fancy. Or a drizzle of melted dark chocolate on top for the overachievers.

Storage and Reheating

Let them cool completely before storing. They’ll keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. But, if we’re honest, they usually disappear way before that.

Reheat in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or toss them in a toaster oven to crisp the edges a bit.

Why These Donuts Work (Even for Non-Keto Folks)

Here’s the thing. These aren’t just “good for keto.” They’re good, period. They’ve got that warm cinnamon aroma, that buttery bite, and the just-right sweetness that keeps you coming back.

They’re perfect for weekend brunch or a late-night snack when your sweet tooth starts whispering. And unlike store-bought sugar-free snacks, there’s no weird aftertaste or chewy plastic vibe.

You know exactly what went into them. No fillers. No mystery ingredients. Just real stuff that tastes like it belongs in a bakery window.

A Moment from My Kitchen

I made these for my sister once, she’s not keto, not gluten-free, doesn’t care about macros. She ate two standing at the counter, then asked, “These are sugar-free? Like for real?”

That’s how you know they hit the mark.

I’ve made batches for baby showers, office potlucks, even Christmas morning. Nobody misses the carbs. If anything, they’re shocked that something this soft and sweet didn’t come out of a drive-thru box.

Conclusion

These keto churro donuts are more than a recipe. They’re a little comfort, a little celebration, and a reminder that you don’t have to give up flavor just because you’re skipping sugar.

If you’ve been looking for that one thing to bake on a rainy Sunday or a treat to bring to someone who thinks keto means cardboard, this is it. No weird ingredients. No complicated steps. Just real baking with real flavor and a cinnamon sugar hug on top.

Now go preheat that oven.