Description
These soft baked chocolate protein doughnuts are a deliciously healthy treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like almond flour, chocolate protein powder, and cacao, they are gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and packed with protein. Topped with a smooth chocolate glaze, these doughnuts offer a guilt-free way to enjoy chocolate any time of day.
Ingredients
Doughnuts
- 2 eggs
- ¼ cup coconut oil (melted), plus extra for greasing the pan
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup almond flour
- 3 scoops chocolate protein powder (approximately ¼ cup)
- 3 tablespoons cacao powder
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
Glaze
- ½ cup chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- Sprinkles (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Wet Ingredients: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a mixing bowl, whisk together the 2 eggs, ¼ cup melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the almond flour, chocolate protein powder, cacao powder, and baking powder into the wet mixture. Fold gently until no flour clumps remain and the batter is smooth.
- Prepare Donut Pan and Fill: Grease a donut pan with coconut oil. Spoon or pipe the batter into each cavity, filling them about two-thirds full. Tap the pan on the counter to level the batter evenly.
- Bake the Doughnuts: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes or until the doughnuts have risen and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan before removing them.
- Make the Chocolate Glaze: In a bowl, gently melt the chocolate chips together with 1 tablespoon of coconut oil until the mixture is smooth and thin.
- Glaze the Doughnuts: Dip each cooled doughnut halfway into the melted chocolate glaze. Let the excess chocolate drip off, then transfer to a wire rack. While the glaze is still wet, scatter sprinkles over the doughnuts if desired.
- Set and Serve: Allow the chocolate glaze to set completely at room temperature before serving. Enjoy your soft, protein-packed chocolate doughnuts!
Notes
- You can replace the chocolate protein powder with your preferred brand or type suitable for baking.
- Use a piping bag or ziplock bag with a corner cut off for easier, mess-free filling of the donut pan.
- To keep doughnuts paleo-friendly and gluten-free, ensure all ingredients, especially protein powder, meet those dietary requirements.
- Store doughnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs or another egg substitute, but baking time and texture may vary.
