Healthier You: Vanilla Sprinkle Protein Donuts
One of the most difficult parts of any fitness journey is changing your mindset around food. Cutting certain foods out and incorporating new ones into your diet can be challenging for many people, and that's okay! Here at AstroFlav, we want to help you along your fitness journey by providing you with delicious (and healthy) recipes that will keep you dedicated to your fitness journey while allowing you to enjoy what you eat.
Minimal ingredients, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, AND low calorie... Vanilla Sprinkle Protein Donuts: the recipe that is waiting for you to bake this week! With only 135 calories and 10 grams of protein per donut, these guys make for a healthy dessert or fun snack! Highlighting AstroFlav's Vanilla IsoMix for a game-changing donut recipe, we are sure you are going to love this recipe!
Vanilla Sprinkle Protein Donuts
What are protein donuts made of?
Protein powder – Vanilla protein powder was used for this recipe for a sweet, versaitle flavor. Chocolate, Cinna Crunch, or Chocolate Peanut Butter IsoMix protein powder would also make for fun and tasty flavored donuts!
Almond flour– Makes for a grain-free recipe, leaving donuts light and fluffy. If you're nut-free, opt for self-rising flour or oat flour.
Coconut sugar – To make the donuts light and sweet. You can also swap for monk fruit, Splenda brown sugar, or even white sugar.
Egg – To add texture and fluffy texture. If vegan, swap for a flax egg by mixing 1 Tbs of flax with 2 Tbs of water and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
Butter – Only 1 Tbs of melted butter! You can also use coconut oil or any neutral-flavored oil.
Sprinkles – Can't go wrong with too many sprinkles!
For the vanilla glaze
Vanilla protein powder – Not only adds the Vanilla taste, but also extra protein.
Stevia or any confectioner sugar substitute – There are plenty of confectioner sugar substitue! For this recipe, I used Stevia zero-calorie sugar!
Milk of choice – I used unsweetened almond milk to thin the glaze out.
Tips for baking
Be careful not to over-bake donuts. Keep checking for a golden brown top and use a toothpick until it comes out clear, indicating that the donuts are done.
To avoid making a mess, you can out batter into a Ziplock bag and cut the corner off. Divide evenly among the donut molds. You can also use a pastry bag if accessible.
This recipe can be used for a muffin recipe as well if you do not have a donut pan!
Tips for storing and freezing
Store donuts in the refrigerator in an air-tight container for up to 1 week.
Freeze donuts in a Ziplock bag and store them in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Vanilla Sprinkle Protein Donuts
INGREDIENTS:
1/2 cup almond flour
1/2 cup AstroFlav Vanilla protein powder
1 tsp basking powder
1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1/4 cup coconut sugar
1 egg
1 tbs melted butter (can sub coconut oil)
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Rainbow sprinkles
Protein Vanilla Glaze
1/2 scoop Vanilla protein powder
2 TBS calorie-free sweetener
3-4 TBS unsweetened almond milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 350° and prepare a donut pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Whisk together all dry ingredients and mix in the wet ingredients until well combined. You may need to add more almond milk to create a smoother consistency.
Distribute the batter evenly among donut molds. You can also use a pastry bag to distribute with less of a mess!
Bake for 15-17 minutes or until donut tops are golden brown. Let cool.
Once donuts are completely cooled, dip top into the vanilla glaze and immediately sprinkle with rainbow sprinkles. Enjoy!
Substitutes:
To make nut free, sub almond flour with 1/2 cup oat flour.
To make sugar free, swap coconut sugar for stevia sweetened or Splenda brown sugar.
Toppings and additives can be adjusted based on preference! Try chocolate chips, coconut flakes, any type of crushed nut, or even extra frosting!
Nutrition: makes 6 donuts
Nutrition per donut:
Calories = 135kcal| Carbs: 10g|Protein: 10g|Fat: 6g
AstroFlav Isomix is recommended for this recipe as it makes batter smooth and moist.
To make vegan, swap IsoMix for AstroFlav VeganMix, and replace egg with 1 flax egg
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How To Use
Quick and easy two step mixing!
Pour 8-10 oz of your preferred beverage.
Add 1 serving of IsoMix to your shaker cup. (Mixes great even with a spoon)
ASTROFLAV ISOMIX
IsoMix's™ whey protein isolate comes in amazing flavors that will satisfy your inner child while helping you stay healthy without all the guilt!
Easy mixing in less than 60 seconds!
Out Of This World Flavor!
Minimal sugar & carbs!
An ideal protein for any low-carb diet!
PLUS...
Gives Your Body More Nutrition In Less Time Than It Takes To Order A Cup Of Coffee
Makes It Easy To Achieve All Your Goals Whether It's Losing, Maintaining, Or Gaining
Avoid The Cravings You Get For Unhealthy Treats
How To Make Progress Faster By Fueling Your Body With The Best Tasting Nutrition Available
You can use IsoMix to ignite your childhood nostalgia at any time of day. It’s a fantastic way to fuel your body, giving you the satisfaction & nutrition you deserve.
How To Use
Quick and easy two step mixing!
Pour 8-10 oz of your preferred beverage.
Add 1 serving of IsoMix to your shaker cup. (Mixes great even with a spoon)
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