Healthy Chocolate Protein Donuts (Gluten Free, Paleo)
Indulge in the delightful combination of nutrition and taste with these Healthy Chocolate Protein Donuts (Gluten Free, Paleo). Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these donuts are made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour and hemp protein powder, ensuring they are not only gluten-free and paleo-friendly but also packed with protein. In just under 30 minutes, you can enjoy these rich chocolate-flavored treats that satisfy your sweet tooth without any guilt. Kid-approved and versatile, they make a great addition to lunchboxes or as an after-school snack. Enjoy them plain or topped with fresh fruit or nut butter for an extra layer of flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Total Time: 28 minutes
- Yield: Makes approximately 6 donuts 1x
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 1 cup blanched almond flour
- 1/2 cup hemp protein powder
- 1/3 cup cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup yogurt
- 2 Tbsp almond butter
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan with coconut oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, hemp protein powder, cocoa powder, baking soda, cinnamon (if using), and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, maple syrup, yogurt, vanilla extract, and almond butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in dark chocolate chips.
- Fill each donut cavity about 3/4 full with batter.
- Bake for approximately 18 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (50g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 50mg