Low Fat Caramel Donuts

Indulge in guilt-free decadence with these irresistible Low Fat Caramel Donuts, a healthier twist on a beloved classic! Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, low-fat buttermilk, and non-fat Greek yogurt, these baked donuts are light, fluffy, and packed with flavor—no deep frying required. Each donut is crowned with a luscious homemade caramel glaze, crafted from brown sugar, butter, and yogurt for a creamy, rich finish without the heavy calories. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without compromising your healthy lifestyle. Ideal for breakfast, brunch gatherings, or an afternoon treat, these crowd-pleasers are sure to become your go-to recipe for low-fat baked donuts that don’t skimp on indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Low-fat buttermilk
• 1 large Egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Non-fat Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to over mix.

Step 5

Spoon the batter into a large resealable plastic bag. Cut off one corner of the bag and pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity approximately 3/4 full.

Step 6

Bake for 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

While the donuts cool, prepare the caramel glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together brown sugar and water. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from heat, and stir in the butter until melted. Add the Greek yogurt and whisk until smooth.

Step 10

Dip the tops of each cooled donut into the caramel glaze, allowing the excess to drip off back into the saucepan.

Step 11

Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack and let the glaze set completely before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(694.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1506.3

Total Fat 22.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 256.1mg	0%
Sodium 1527.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 297.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.2g	0%
Total Sugars 154.4g
Protein 31.6g	0%

Vitamin D 117.3IU	0%
Calcium 251.4mg	0%
Iron 9.9mg	0%
Potassium 629.4mg	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: 13.5%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 78.2%