High Protein Cinnamon Sugar Donuts

Satisfy your sweet tooth while staying on track with these High Protein Cinnamon Sugar Donuts! Packed with whey protein powder and creamy Greek yogurt, these baked donuts are a guilt-free indulgence perfect for fueling your day. The addition of unsweetened applesauce keeps the donuts moist and tender, while a delightful cinnamon sugar coating brings cozy, nostalgic flavor without deep frying. Ready in under 30 minutes, these protein-packed treats are ideal for breakfast, post-workout snacks, or a wholesome dessert. Treat yourself to the perfect combination of nutrition and indulgence with this quick and easy recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup Whey protein powder
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 12-cavity donut pan.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine whey protein powder, all-purpose flour, baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, mix together Greek yogurt, unsweetened applesauce, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth and well-blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can result in dense donuts.

Step 5

Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity approximately three-quarters full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 8

While the donuts are cooling, melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat or in a microwave-safe bowl in the microwave.

Step 9

In a bowl, mix granulated sugar and the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of ground cinnamon.

Step 10

Once the donuts have cooled, brush each donut lightly with melted butter, then dip into the cinnamon sugar mixture, ensuring a thorough coating all around.

Step 11

Serve the high protein cinnamon sugar donuts fresh, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(847.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1889.8

Total Fat 39.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 505.8mg	0%
Sodium 1837.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 234.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.7g	0%
Total Sugars 123.3g
Protein 137.6g	0%

Vitamin D 86.5IU	0%
Calcium 698.8mg	0%
Iron 8.1mg	0%
Potassium 1269.5mg	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: 19.1%

Protein: 29.9%

Carbs: 51.0%