Description
Protein Cinnamon Berry Doughnuts are a healthy and delicious treat packed with protein and bursting with berry flavor.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup milk of choice
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil or unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup fresh or frozen mixed berries (blueberries, raspberries, or chopped strawberries)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (for topping, optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for topping, optional)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for brushing, optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a nonstick doughnut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until evenly combined.
- In a medium bowl, beat the eggs and add the wet ingredients; mix until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and gently stir until just combined.
- Fold in the mixed berries carefully to distribute evenly.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Allow the doughnuts to cool for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- If desired, brush with melted butter and sprinkle or dip in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Serve warm or at room temperature; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the berries based on your preference.
- You can use dairy-free yogurt and milk for a vegan option.
- These doughnuts freeze well for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 doughnut
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 30mg