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high protein greek yogurt donut

How To Make Protein Donuts (Easy, Healthy, And High Protein)

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A functional, macro-friendly breakfast donut made by sweetening our classic High Protein Greek Yogurt Dough. Rolled out, air-fried, and tossed in cinnamon sugar. Each 50-gram donut is packed with protein.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Servings: 17 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 53

Ingredients
  

  • 1 batch High Protein Greek Yogurt Dough unmixed dry and wet ingredients separated
  • 1/4 cup Zero-Calorie Granular Sweetener added directly to the dry dough mix
  • 1 tbsp Cinnamon for coating
  • 3 tbsp Zero-Calorie Granular Sweetener for coating
  • 1 spray Cooking Spray for coating adhesion

Method
 

  1. Follow the dry ingredient instructions for the High Protein Greek Yogurt Dough, but add the 1/4 cup of granular sweetener to the dry mix before stirring.
  2. Add the Greek yogurt and water as instructed by the base dough recipe. Stir until a shaggy dough forms, then cover and let rest for 10-15 minutes.
  3. Transfer the rested dough to a lightly floured surface. Knead for 1 minute until smooth, then roll out to 1/4 inch thick with a rolling pin.
  4. Use a 2.5-inch round cutter to cut out the donuts, and an apple corer or small cap to punch out the centers. Gather scraps and re-roll to yield about 17 (50-gram) donuts.
  5. Preheat your air fryer to 325°F (165°C). Spray the basket and air fry the donuts in a single layer for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping carefully halfway through.
  6. While the donuts are hot, mist them lightly with cooking spray and immediately toss them in a mixture of the cinnamon and remaining sweetener until coated.

Nutrition

Calories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 5g

Notes

High Protein Air Fried Donuts Tips & Expert Strategy

TEXTURE/MOUTHFEEL: Expect a slightly denser chew than a traditional yeast donut, but with a pillowy soft interior and a crisp, air-fried outer shell.
INGREDIENT SUBSTITUTION: Do not omit the water when making the base dough. FitFlour requires the specific moisture levels and acidity of the yogurt to activate the baking powder correctly.
THE BETTER LATER RULE: The dough hydration rest is critical. If you try to roll it immediately without the 15-minute rest, it will be crumbly and frustrating to work with. Patience is key. Resting overnight in the fridge yields the smoothest dough.
PROFESSIONAL FINISHING TOUCH: The cinnamon sugar will not stick to a dry, air-fried surface. You must lightly mist the hot donuts with a zero-calorie cooking spray or brush them with melted butter right before tossing them in the coating.

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