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Protein Donuts – The High-Protein Treat That’s Taking Over Healthy Snacking


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  • Author: NutrientsRecipes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 donuts 1x

Description

These baked protein donuts are soft, flavorful, and packed with high-quality protein—perfect as a post-workout snack or a guilt-free treat. Made with whey, almond flour, and natural sweeteners, they’re a delicious way to fuel your goals.


Ingredients

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1 scoop whey protein powder

1/2 cup oat flour (or almond flour for low carb)

1/4 cup Greek yogurt

1 large egg

1 tbsp almond butter

1/4 tsp baking powder

Stevia or monk fruit sweetener (to taste)

Optional: vanilla extract, cinnamon, cocoa powder


Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.

In a bowl, mix all dry ingredients.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients.

Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth.

Pour mixture evenly into the donut pan.

Bake for 12–15 minutes or until golden and firm.

 

Let cool before adding your choice of toppings.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 donut
  • Calories: 160
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 120mg (from baking powder + almond butter)
  • Fat: 6g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg (from egg + yogurt)