Heart-Healthy Copycat Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts

Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of these Heart-Healthy Copycat Krispy Kreme Original Glazed Doughnuts, a guilt-free twist on the classic treat. Made with wholesome whole wheat pastry flour, unsweetened applesauce, and a touch of honey, these doughnuts are baked—not fried—for a lighter, heart-conscious option. Each fluffy bite is topped with a glossy vanilla glaze that delivers the signature Krispy Kreme experience without compromising your health goals. Perfectly golden and ready in just 15 minutes of baking time, these doughnuts are a deliciously satisfying treat for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Whether you're looking for a healthier option or simply love homemade baked goods, these doughnuts promise all the comfort and flavor of the original with none of the guilt.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 0.5 cup Skim milk
• 0.25 cup Water
• 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 large Egg whites
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Avocado oil
• 1 cup Powdered sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1

Warm the skim milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it's just warm to the touch, about 110°F. Remove from heat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine warm milk, water, instant yeast, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Stir to dissolve and let it sit for 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes foamy.

Step 3

Add the unsweetened applesauce, egg whites, the remaining honey, salt, and avocado oil to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Slowly stir in the whole wheat pastry flour until the dough starts to come together. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and roll it out to about 1/2 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.

Step 7

Use a doughnut cutter or two different sized round cutters to cut out as many doughnuts as possible, re-rolling the scraps once.

Step 8

Place the doughnuts on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with a clean towel and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 10

Bake the doughnuts for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly golden. Be careful not to over-bake them.

Step 11

While the doughnuts are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 2 tablespoons of warm water until smooth.

Step 12

Once the doughnuts are baked, allow them to cool slightly before dipping the tops into the glaze.

Step 13

Place the glazed doughnuts on a wire rack to set the glaze.

Step 14

Serve warm, and enjoy your heart-healthy treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(773.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1886.9

Total Fat 32.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 3.7mg	0%
Sodium 1355.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 374.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.0g	0%
Total Sugars 182.8g
Protein 49.2g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 258.7mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 1452.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.8%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 75.3%