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chocolate and vanilla protein donuts fresh from the oven

Protein Donuts – The High-Protein Snack That’s Actually Worth the Hype


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  • Author: NutrientsRecipes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 6 protein donuts 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Enjoy fluffy, high-protein donuts baked with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, Greek yogurt, and your favorite protein powder. Perfect for post-workout snacking or guilt-free desserts!


Ingredients

Scale

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

½ cup almond flour

1 egg (or flax egg)

¼ cup Greek yogurt or applesauce

2 tbsp maple syrup or monk fruit sweetener

1 tsp baking powder

Dash of cinnamon or nutmeg


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Mix dry ingredients in one bowl, wet ingredients in another.

Combine, stir gently, and pour into greased donut molds.

Bake for 12–15 minutes.

 

Cool, glaze, and enjoy!

Notes

Customize with cocoa powder, blueberries, crushed nuts, or a drizzle of sugar-free glaze. Use vegan or dairy-free protein to suit dietary needs.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: High-Protein
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 protein donut
  • Calories: 170
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 140mg
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 14g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg