Protein Donuts
Healthy, high-protein donuts that satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt. Perfect for fitness enthusiasts and anyone looking for a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
- - 1 cup almond flour
- - 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
- - 1/4 cup Greek yogurt plain, unsweetened
- - 2 large eggs
- - 1/4 cup almond milk
- - 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- - 1 tsp baking powder
- - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- - Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan with cooking spray or coconut oil.
- In a large bowl, whisk together almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs, Greek yogurt, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until just combined. Avoid overmixing.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each mold 3/4 full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Optionally, glaze or dip in melted dark chocolate before serving.
Notes
- Storage: Store protein donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week. For longer storage, freeze them individually wrapped for up to 3 months.
- Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in the oven at 300°F (150°C) for a few minutes to refresh their texture.
- Customization: Feel free to experiment with different protein powders, add-ins like dark chocolate chips, or flavor variations such as cinnamon or nutmeg.
- Sweetener Options: Adjust the sweetness by using stevia, monk fruit, or skipping the sweetener for a more neutral taste.