Healthy 70–80% Chocolate & Banana Donuts (SIBO-Friendly, Lactose-Free & Gluten-Free)
Finding desserts that are tasty, easy to digest, and suitable for SIBO (Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth) can be challenging. Many “healthy” donut recipes still use flours, sugar, or ingredients that may worsen fermentation in the small intestine.
About This Recipe
This version of banana donuts with 70–80% cacao chocolate is adapted for people with SIBO, lactose intolerance, and gluten sensitivity (gluten-free / no TACC) using simple, nutritious ingredients that are moderate in fermentable sugars.
Why It Works for SIBO
Lactose-free — ideal if you’re sensitive to dairy.
Gluten-free (no TACC) — suitable for celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Uses 70–80% dark chocolate — lower in added sugar and less likely to ferment.
Moderate banana amount — better digestive tolerance.
Naturally and moderately sweetened.
Note: If you’re in a strict SIBO phase, try a very small portion first to assess tolerance.
Ingredients (Makes ~8–10 Mini Donuts)
Base
2 ripe but still firm bananas
2 eggs
1 tbsp olive oil or coconut butter
¾ cup gluten-free flour (rice flour or a gluten-free blend, no inulin)
1 tsp gluten-free baking powder
¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)
SIBO-Friendly Chocolate
70–80% cacao chocolate pieces
1–2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1–2 tbsp unsweetened plant milk (almond or coconut)
Tips: Avoid sugar, honey, syrups, or fermentable sweeteners (sorbitol, maltitol, etc.). You can use stevia if tolerated.
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 180 °C / 350 °F and lightly grease a gluten-free donut mold.
Mash the bananas with a fork until smooth.
In a large bowl, combine mashed banana, eggs, and olive oil or coconut butter.
Add the gluten-free flour and baking powder, and mix until combined.
Divide the batter into the donut mold (don’t overfill).
Bake 12–15 minutes until lightly golden and firm.
While baking, melt the 70–80% chocolate with plant milk over a double boiler or low heat.
Remove the donuts and coat or drizzle with the melted dark chocolate.
Let cool before serving.
Serving & SIBO Tolerance Tips
These donuts are smaller and lower in sugar than traditional ones.
Recommended portion: 1 mini donut after a main meal.
Enjoy as an occasional treat — even “safe” ingredients can ferment if eaten in excess.
Always listen to how your body responds.