Copycat Entenmann’s Chocolate Frosted Donut Holes (gluten-free)

These Copycat Entenmann’s Pop’ems Rich Chocolate Frosted Donut Holes are one of our go-to easy desserts to make. They are the best copycat version of the store-bought donut holes we know and love. Made with gluten-free and dairy free-friendly ingredients.

If you love the rich, chocolatey goodness of a classic donut but want a healthier twist, these Chocolate Frosted Donut Holes are going to be your new favorite treat. They’re soft, moist, and dipped in a luscious dark chocolate coating, making them the perfect bite-sized indulgence. Plus, they’re gluten-free, naturally sweetened, and can be made dairy-free, so they fit into a variety of dietary lifestyles.

Why You’ll Love These Chocolate Frosted Donut Holes

• Healthier Ingredients – Made with oat flour, Greek yogurt (or a dairy-free option), and coconut sugar, these donut holes skip the processed ingredients.

• Easy to Make – No frying required! Just mix, bake, dip, and enjoy.

• Perfectly Portable – These mini treats are great for on-the-go snacking or packing in lunchboxes.

• Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth – The rich chocolate frosting takes these donut holes to the next level!

Ingredients You’ll Need

To whip up a batch of these tasty chocolate frosted donut holes, gather the following ingredients:

• Flax egg or egg – Acts as the binder, helping the donut holes hold together while providing structure.
• Plain greek yogurt – Adds moisture, richness, and a slight tang for flavor balance. Substitutions: Regular yogurt, applesauce, or mashed banana for a dairy-free and slightly sweeter alternative.
• Coconut sugar – A natural sweetener that offers a caramel-like flavor while keeping the recipe refined sugar-free. Substitutions: Brown sugar, maple sugar, or date sugar for different sweetness profiles.
• Vanilla extract – Enhances the sweetness and overall depth of flavor in the donut holes. Substitutions: Almond extract for a nutty twist or maple extract for a warmer flavor.
• Avocado oil or melted coconut oil – Provides necessary fat for a moist, tender texture. Substitutions: Olive oil for a mild taste, or unsweetened applesauce for a lower-fat option.
• Gluten-free oat flour – A nutritious, whole-grain flour alternative that keeps these donut holes gluten-free while adding fiber. Substitutions:Almond flour for a nuttier taste or whole wheat flour if gluten isn’t a concern.
• Chocolate chips – The rich, indulgent “chocolate frosting” that makes these donut holes irresistible. Substitutions: Dairy-free chocolate chips, white chocolate, or a homemade cacao-based frosting.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees and grease a mini muffin tray or mini donut tray well
2. Mix together the yogurt, egg, coconut sugar, oil and vanilla extract until smooth
3. Mix in the oat flour and baking powder until smooth and well combined
4. Fill each mini muffin mold with batter (just fill it to the top – they will slightly rise!)
5. Bake in oven for 15 minutes
6. Allow the donuts to cool completely then gently remove (I flip upside down and tap the pan and they fall right out)
7. Melt the dark chocolate then dip each donut in it and place donuts onto a line baking sheet or tray
8. Allow the chocolate to set a bit in the fridge, freezer or counter (freezer is quickest!) and enjoy!

Tips for the Best Chocolate Frosted Donut Holes

• Use a good-quality chocolate for the frosting to get the best flavor.

• Don’t overbake – these are best when they stay soft and moist inside.

• Make them fun! – Sprinkle crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or even a pinch of sea salt on top before the chocolate sets for extra flavor.

How to Store

These donut holes store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, keep them in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for up to a month—just thaw before eating!

A Few Other Copycat Recipes to Try

Healthier Girl Scout Tagalong Cookies

The BEST Gluten-free Twix Bars!

Healthier Thin Mint Cookies (gluten-free)

4-ingredient Healthy Reese’s Bars (gluten-free)