Low Fat Old Fashioned Donut

Indulge in the comforting flavors of a classic treat with a healthier twist by trying these Low Fat Old Fashioned Donuts. This baked version of the traditional favorite swaps deep-frying for a lighter, oven-baked approach, keeping the nostalgic flavor while slashing excess fat. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened applesauce and non-fat Greek yogurt, these donuts are wonderfully moist and delicately spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg for a warm, aromatic finish. Ready in just 30 minutes and with no special equipment required beyond a donut pan, they’re perfect for a guilt-free breakfast, snack, or dessert. Serve them plain or lightly dusted with cinnamon sugar for an irresistible homemade treat that’s as satisfying as it is simple to prepare.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup milk

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the 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, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another bowl, beat the sugar, applesauce, Greek yogurt, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk, and stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.

Step 5

Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a plastic bag with a corner snipped off, and pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about two-thirds full.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the donuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Optionally, you can dust the cooled donuts with a little cinnamon sugar or enjoy them plain.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(721.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1541.1

Total Fat 11.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 228.5mg	0%
Sodium 2708.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 313.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.4g	0%
Total Sugars 119.9g
Protein 45.6g	0%

Vitamin D 80.6IU	0%
Calcium 271.4mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 702.4mg	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: 6.9%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 81.3%