Low Fat Caramel Donuts
Indulge guilt-free with these irresistible Low Fat Caramel Donuts, a healthier twist on a classic treat! Baked instead of fried, these donuts achieve a soft and tender crumb thanks to the clever use of unsweetened applesauce and low-fat buttermilk. Their golden, airy texture pairs beautifully with a luscious caramel glaze made from brown sugar, Greek yogurt, and just a touch of butter. Ready in just 30 minutes, these donuts are perfect for a lighter dessert, a midday pick-me-up, or a sweet addition to your brunch spread. Whether you're cutting calories or simply craving a baked delight, this low-fat caramel donut recipe is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Non-fat Greek yogurt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and granulated sugar.
In a separate bowl, combine the applesauce, buttermilk, egg, and vanilla extract. Whisk until well blended.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to over mix.
Spoon the batter into a large resealable plastic bag. Cut off one corner of the bag and pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity approximately 3/4 full.
Bake for 10 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a donut comes out clean.
Allow the donuts to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
While the donuts cool, prepare the caramel glaze. In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together brown sugar and water. Cook, stirring frequently, until the sugar has completely dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble.
Remove the saucepan from heat, and stir in the butter until melted. Add the Greek yogurt and whisk until smooth.
Dip the tops of each cooled donut into the caramel glaze, allowing the excess to drip off back into the saucepan.
Place the glazed donuts back on the wire rack and let the glaze set completely before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1506 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 22.8 g | 29% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.0 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 256 mg | 85% | |
| Sodium | 1527 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 297.7 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.2 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 154.4 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 251 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 629 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.
