Description
Soft, moist, and chocolatey, these Healthy Chocolate Protein Donuts are baked—not fried—and packed with protein for a satisfying breakfast, post-workout snack, or guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 cup oat flour (or finely blended oats)
- 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup coconut sugar or brown sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional Chocolate Glaze:
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together oat flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, coconut sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix eggs, almond milk, Greek yogurt, melted coconut oil, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just mixed. Do not overmix.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until donuts spring back when lightly pressed.
- Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- For the glaze: melt chocolate chips and coconut oil in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Dip donuts and let set.
Notes
- Use whey or plant-based protein; texture may vary slightly depending on type.
- Swap oat flour for almond flour for a lower-carb version.
- Add mini chocolate chips to the batter for extra richness.
- Store donuts in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 12 mins
- Category: Breakfast / Snack / Dessert
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American