Low Fat Pistachio Donuts
Soft, fluffy, and bursting with nutty flavor, these Low Fat Pistachio Donuts are the perfect guilt-free indulgence! Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk and applesauce, these baked donuts are a healthier alternative to the fried varieties, all while staying incredibly moist and tender. Chopped pistachios are folded into the batter for a delightful crunch and topped with a light powdered sugar glaze and extra pistachios for an irresistible finish. With a fun pop of green from food coloring, these donuts are as visually stunning as they are delicious, making them ideal for a festive breakfast, snack, or dessert. Ready in under 30 minutes, these easy-to-make treats are sure to become a staple in your baking routine. Perfect for those seeking low fat baked goods, pistachio recipes, or colorful desserts that don't skimp on flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg white
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 drops green food coloring
- 0.5 cup shelled unsalted pistachios, chopped
- 0.5 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk (for glaze)
- 2 tablespoons pistachios, chopped (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond milk, applesauce, egg white, vanilla extract, and green food coloring until well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the chopped pistachios, taking care not to overmix.
Spoon the batter into a piping bag or a ziplock bag with a corner snipped off. Pipe the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about three-quarters full.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into a donut comes out clean.
Remove the donuts from the oven and allow them to cool in the pan for about 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
As the donuts cool, prepare the glaze by whisking together powdered sugar and 1 tablespoon of almond milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding a bit more milk if necessary.
Once the donuts have cooled, dip each into the glaze, allowing any excess to drip off, and then immediately sprinkle with chopped pistachios for decoration.
Let the glaze set for about 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your low fat pistachio donuts!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1767 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 36.8 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1534 mg | 67% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 330.0 g | 120% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 172.5 g | ||
| Protein | 38.4 g | 77% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 450 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 12.0 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 1102 mg | 23% | |
*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.
