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Description
These healthy chocolate protein donuts are easy to make and satisfy your sweet cravings without guilt. They are perfect for a quick breakfast or a post-workout snack.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/4 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chocolate chips or sprinkles for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk together applesauce, almond milk, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract.
- In a separate bowl, combine whole wheat flour, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
- If desired, decorate with chocolate chips or sprinkles.
Notes
- Store leftover donuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For extra protein, add a scoop of collagen peptides to the batter.
- You can use any type of milk or sweetener you prefer.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 12 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg