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Healthy Chocolate Protein Donuts

Delicious baked donuts that are healthy, packed with protein, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 12 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
  • 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
Optional Add-ins
  • dark chocolate chips for an extra chocolatey punch

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour, cocoa powder, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until well mixed.
  3. In another bowl, mix together the almond milk, honey, and applesauce until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix! Add dark chocolate chips if desired.
  5. Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. For a chocolate glaze, melt some dark chocolate and drizzle it over the cooled donuts before serving.

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. They can be frozen for up to three months; thaw at room temperature and microwave for a few seconds to enjoy warm.