Indulge in the perfect blend of chewy and crispy textures with this High Protein Mochi Donut recipe—a delicious twist on the classic treat designed for health-conscious foodies! Made with creamy glutinous rice flour and vanilla protein powder, these donuts offer a satisfying boost of protein while maintaining their signature mochi chew. Lightly sweetened with granulated and powdered sugar, and delicately flavored with almond milk and vanilla extract, each bite is irresistible. These golden-brown delights are deep-fried to perfection for that crisp exterior, making them the ultimate guilt-free indulgence. Perfect as a post-workout snack or a crowd-pleasing dessert, these protein-packed mochi donuts are easy to prepare and best enjoyed warm. Serve them fresh and watch them disappear in no time! Keywords: high protein mochi donuts, protein-packed dessert, chewy donuts recipe, healthy fried treats, mochi-inspired recipes.
In a large bowl, whisk together the glutinous rice flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, granulated sugar, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the almond milk, eggs, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously until you form a smooth, slightly sticky dough.
Heat the neutral oil in a deep pan or fryer until it reaches about 170°C (340°F).
While waiting for the oil to heat, lightly oil your hands and shape the dough into small balls, each about the size of a ping pong ball.
Build each donut by forming a ring of dough balls (6-8 balls) on a piece of parchment paper.
Gently lower the donut rings, with the parchment paper, into the hot oil. The parchment will separate naturally, allowing you to remove it with tongs.
Fry each side for about 2 minutes, or until golden brown, using tongs to gently flip them.
Carefully remove the donuts from the oil and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
Once slightly cooled, dust the donuts with powdered sugar and serve warm.
Calories |
5936 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 516.2 g | 662% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.5 g | 372% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 402 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 2668 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 267.7 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 111.4 g | ||
| Protein | 75.2 g | 150% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 903 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 598 mg | 13% | |
*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.