Healthy Chocolate Protein Donuts Recipe
These Healthy Chocolate Protein Donuts are a guilt-free treat combining almond flour, hemp protein, and rich cocoa powder for a nutritious and delicious snack. Baked to perfection and topped with a luscious chocolate-almond butter glaze, they’re perfect for a post-workout boost or a wholesome dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 donuts 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Snack, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
Donuts
- 1 cup blanched almond flour (95g) spooned & leveled
- 1/2 cup hemp protein powder (35g) spooned & leveled
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder (32g) spooned & leveled
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup yogurt (unsweetened coconut yogurt recommended)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Glaze
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease six slots of a donut pan and set it aside to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the almond flour, hemp protein powder, cocoa powder, cinnamon (if using), baking soda, and salt. Mix these dry ingredients thoroughly to ensure even distribution.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Whisk in the eggs, maple syrup, yogurt, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients until the batter is smooth and well combined without lumps.
- Fill Donut Pan: Pour the batter into the greased donut pan, filling each slot nearly to the top. Using a plastic bag with a cut tip to pipe the batter can make this step easier and mess-free.
- Bake Donuts: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool Donuts: Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for a few minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely. Placing them in the fridge can speed up the cooling process.
- Melt Glaze Ingredients: Melt the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil together either in the microwave in 20-30 second intervals, stirring in between, or in a small saucepan over low heat on the stovetop.
- Add Almond Butter to Glaze: Stir almond butter into the melted chocolate and coconut oil mixture until smooth and well combined.
- Glaze Donuts: Dip each cooled donut into the chocolate-almond butter glaze, coating evenly, then place them on a wire rack or parchment paper.
- Set Glaze: Refrigerate or freeze the glazed donuts to allow the glaze to set firmly before serving.
Notes
- Use unsweetened coconut yogurt for a dairy-free option.
- Make sure donuts are completely cool before glazing to prevent melting the glaze.
- Hemp protein powder adds a boost of plant-based protein and fiber.
- To make piping easier without a piping bag, use a zip-top plastic bag and snip a small corner off.
- Store glazed donuts in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
- Optional cinnamon adds warmth and depth but can be omitted if preferred.
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