Heart-Healthy Cinnamon Donuts
Treat yourself to guilt-free indulgence with these Heart-Healthy Cinnamon Donuts—a perfect harmony of wholesome ingredients and cozy flavors. Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, protein-packed Greek yogurt, and naturally sweetened with honey, these oven-baked donuts skip the unhealthy frying without sacrificing a soft, tender texture. The warm spice of cinnamon is woven into both the batter and a delightful sugar-cinnamon topping, creating a treat that feels decadent yet nourishing. Ready in under 40 minutes and designed to be heart-smart, these donuts are ideal for breakfast, brunch, or a wholesome dessert. Skip the store-bought donuts and savor this homemade, healthy twist that's packed with flavor and good-for-you goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Pure vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon Cinnamon (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
In a separate bowl, combine the unsweetened applesauce, Greek yogurt, olive oil, pure vanilla extract, honey, and the egg. Mix until fully combined.
Slowly fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed. Be careful not to over-mix to keep the donuts light.
Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a large zip-top plastic bag with one corner cut off. Pipe the batter into each section of the greased donut pan, filling each about 2/3 full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
While the donuts are baking, mix the sugar and 0.5 teaspoon of cinnamon in a small bowl for the topping.
Once baked, let the donuts cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly.
While the donuts are still warm, dip each top into the cinnamon sugar mixture. Ensure they are evenly coated.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your heart-healthy treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1182 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 42% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 232 mg | 77% | |
| Sodium | 1517 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.3 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.4 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 85.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.3 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 825 mg | 18% | |
*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.
