Heart-Healthy Classic Jelly Donuts
Indulge guilt-free with these Heart-Healthy Classic Jelly Donuts, a wholesome twist on a beloved treat! Made with nutrient-rich whole wheat pastry flour, unsweetened almond milk, and naturally sweetened with honey and applesauce, these baked donuts deliver all the deliciousness without the deep-frying. Reduced-sugar fruit jelly is nestled inside each donut for a burst of flavor, while the optional dusting of confectioners' sugar adds a touch of elegance without overloading on calories. Perfectly golden and surprisingly simple to prepare, these donuts bake up in just 15 minutes, making them a heart-smart choice for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Enjoy your favorite indulgence reimagined with healthier ingredients and zero compromise on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole wheat pastry flour
- 2 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 2 tablespoons Canola oil
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Reduced-sugar fruit jelly
- 1 tablespoon Confectioners' sugar (optional for dusting)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard muffin tin with canola oil or cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the whole wheat pastry flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, unsweetened applesauce, canola oil, honey, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix as this can result in dense donuts.
Spoon the batter into the prepared muffin tin, filling each cup about halfway full.
Make a small indentation in the center of each donut using the back of a spoon, and carefully place about 1 teaspoon of reduced-sugar fruit jelly in each indentation.
Cover the jelly with an additional scoop of batter, ensuring the jelly is fully enclosed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are firm and a toothpick inserted into the donut portion comes out clean.
Remove the donuts from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, dust lightly with confectioners' sugar if desired before serving. Note that adding sugar will slightly increase the carbohydrates and calories.
Serve and enjoy your homemade heart-healthy jelly donuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1604 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.3 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 2414 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 284.2 g | 103% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.3 g | 115% | |
| Total Sugars | 84.1 g | ||
| Protein | 43.3 g | 87% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.5 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 562 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 11.1 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 1331 mg | 28% | |
*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.
