High Protein Apple Cider Doughnuts
Elevate your breakfast game with these High Protein Apple Cider Doughnuts—a healthier twist on a fall favorite! Bursting with the warm, comforting flavors of spiced apple cider, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these baked doughnuts pack an extra punch of nutrition thanks to the addition of protein powder and whole wheat flour. With only 20 minutes of prep time and a quick bake in the oven, these doughnuts are a deliciously guilt-free treat for busy mornings or post-workout indulgence. Perfectly moist and fluffy, they’re easy to customize with a dusting of cinnamon sugar or a drizzle of glaze for a balanced blend of sweetness and spice. Whether you're looking for a high-protein snack or a seasonal delight, these homemade apple cider doughnuts are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Apple cider
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Protein powder
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Light brown sugar
- 2 Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a doughnut pan with cooking spray.
In a small saucepan, bring the apple cider to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat and simmer until the cider reduces to about 1/2 cup, approximately 10 minutes. Let it cool slightly.
In a large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
In a separate bowl, melt the butter and mix it with the brown sugar. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and the reduced apple cider. Stir until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined. Do not overmix.
Spoon the batter into the prepared doughnut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the doughnuts are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into them comes out clean.
Allow the doughnuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely
Optionally, dust with additional cinnamon sugar or glaze with a simple icing for added sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1950 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.5 g | 80% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 2159 mg | 94% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 274.8 g | 100% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.6 g | 45% | |
| Total Sugars | 127.4 g | ||
| Protein | 81.7 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 615 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 10.4 mg | 58% | |
| Potassium | 1319 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.
