Low Fat Honey Donuts

Indulge your sweet tooth guilt-free with these irresistible Low Fat Honey Donuts, a healthier twist on a classic favorite that’s perfect for any occasion! These golden, baked donuts are made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce, low-fat yogurt, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Instead of deep frying, this recipe opts for baking, cutting down on fat without compromising on flavor. Warm hints of cinnamon add a cozy depth, while a splash of vanilla delivers that bakery-fresh aroma. Ready in just 30 minutes, these airy, tender donuts are a breeze to prepare and pair wonderfully with your morning coffee or as a delightful afternoon snack. Perfect for health-conscious indulgence, this baked donut recipe is easy, delicious, and brimming with comforting, homemade charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup low-fat plain yogurt
• 0.5 cup honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup skim milk
• 0 as needed cooking spray

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Set aside.

Step 3

In another bowl, mix the applesauce, yogurt, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 5

Add the skim milk to the batter and stir until smooth and pourable.

Step 6

Carefully spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the donuts from the oven and let them cool in the pan for about 5 minutes.

Step 9

Gently transfer the donuts to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy your low-fat honey donuts!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(805.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1736.1

Total Fat 13.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 228.2mg	0%
Sodium 3396.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 362.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 122.1g
Protein 46.9g	0%

Vitamin D 142.9IU	0%
Calcium 403.9mg	0%
Iron 15.9mg	0%
Potassium 973.8mg	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: 6.7%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 82.6%