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low calorie protein donut recipe

Low Calorie Protein Donuts

Low calorie protein donut recipe under 100 calories, perfect for yoga recovery and healthy snacking. Easy, dairy-free, and packed with protein.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Breakfast, Healthy snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 Donuts
Calories 128 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup chocolate protein powder
  • 1¼ cups self-rising flour
  • ⅓ cup cocoa powder
  • ¾ cup granulated sweetener stevia/erythritol
  • 6 tbsp sunflower oil
  • 1 cup + 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk

Glaze:

  • 3 cups powdered sugar substitute
  • ⅓ cup cocoa powder
  • ¼ cup almond milk

Instructions
 

Preheat & Prep

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Lightly grease a 12-cavity donut pan using nonstick cooking spray or a brush of oil to prevent sticking.

Mix Dry Ingredients

  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the protein powder, self-rising flour, cocoa powder, and granulated sweetener until well combined and no clumps remain.

Add Wet Ingredients

  • Stir in the sunflower oil and unsweetened almond milk. Mix thoroughly until a thick but smooth batter forms. If the batter is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of extra almond milk.

Shape the Donuts

  • Transfer the batter to a piping bag or Ziploc bag. Snip off one corner and carefully pipe the batter into each donut cavity, filling about ¾ full to allow for rising.

Bake to Perfection

  • Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 13–15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into one comes out clean. The tops should spring back lightly when touched.

Cool Completely

  • Let the donuts cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then gently transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before glazing. This helps them firm up without overbaking.

Make the Glaze

  • In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar substitute and cocoa powder. Gradually add your milk of choice, stirring until the glaze is thick, smooth, and glossy.

Dip & Set

  • Once donuts are fully cooled, dip the tops into the glaze, letting the excess drip off. Place them back on the wire rack for a few minutes to allow the glaze to firm up.

Nutrition

Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 17mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 2gSugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 0.3IUCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Low Calorie Protein Donuts, Protein Donuts
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