High Protein Apple Cider Doughnuts

Elevate your fall baking with these High Protein Apple Cider Doughnuts—a nutritious twist on a seasonal favorite! Bursting with the warm, comforting flavors of spiced apple cider, these doughnuts are crafted with a unique blend of all-purpose and whole wheat flours, a generous dose of protein powder, and cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The reduced apple cider intensifies the rich, apple-forward flavor, while keeping each bite perfectly moist and tender. Baked instead of fried, these doughnuts are a lighter option ideal for breakfast, post-workout snacks, or a guilt-free autumn dessert. Ready in under 40 minutes, this easy, high-protein recipe creates 12 perfectly golden doughnuts, with the option to finish them with a dusting of cinnamon sugar or a drizzle of sweet glaze. Indulge your sweet tooth while fueling your body—these are the ultimate fall treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Apple cider
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 cup Protein powder
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0 Cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a doughnut pan with cooking spray.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, bring the apple cider to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until the cider reduces to about 1/2 cup, approximately 10 minutes. Let it cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, melt the butter and mix it with the brown sugar. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and the reduced apple cider. Stir until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.

Step 6

Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the doughnuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into them comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely

Step 9

Optionally, dust with additional cinnamon sugar or glaze with a simple icing for added sweetness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(760.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1949.5

Total Fat 62.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 32.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 526mg	0%
Sodium 2159.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.6g	0%
Total Sugars 127.4g
Protein 81.7g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 614.9mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 1319.2mg	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: 28.3%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 55.3%