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Blueberry Protein Donuts Recipe

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Delight in these Blueberry Protein Donuts, a nutritious twist on a classic treat packed with vanilla whey and casein protein powders, dried and freeze-dried blueberries for extra burst of flavor, and a light vanilla almond milk glaze. Perfectly baked and ideal for a wholesome snack or post-workout indulgence.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup all purpose flour (90 grams)
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened dried blueberries (53 grams)
  • 1/3 cup freeze dried blueberries (11 grams)
  • 1 scoop Dymatize Elite Vanilla Casein Protein (33 grams)
  • 1/2 scoop Cellucor Whipped Vanilla Whey Protein (17 grams)
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar (48 grams)
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup low fat 1% buttermilk (4 fl oz)
  • 1/4 cup plain, non-fat Greek yogurt (2 fl oz)
  • 1 large egg
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (1 1/2 oz)

Frosting

  • 3/4 cup powdered sugar (90 grams)
  • 1 tbsp unsweetened vanilla almond milk

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it’s ready for baking your donuts evenly.
  2. Mix Ingredients: Combine all the dry ingredients in one bowl and mix well. In a separate bowl, whisk the wet ingredients together. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry and mix until just combined to avoid overmixing which can toughen the donuts.
  3. Fill Donut Molds: Transfer the batter into a piping bag or a Ziploc bag with a 3/4″ tip cut off. Pipe the batter into a silicone 6-donut mold, filling each mold about three-quarters full to allow room for rising.
  4. Bake Donuts: Bake the donuts at 350°F for 14-16 minutes, checking with a toothpick inserted in the thickest part to ensure it comes out clean, indicating they are fully cooked. Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.
  5. Prepare Frosting: While baking, whisk together the powdered sugar and almond milk until smooth. Adjust the consistency by adding more almond milk or powdered sugar as needed, aiming for a glaze that holds form. For a decorative swirl, gently add gel food coloring using a toothpick and swirl into the frosting.
  6. Dip and Set: Once the donuts have cooled, dip them into the prepared frosting. Let the glaze set for 30 minutes to an hour. To speed this up, place the donuts in the refrigerator.
  7. Storage and Serving: For best taste and texture, consume the donuts the same day. If storing for the next day, keep unfrosted donuts in a loosely covered container at room temperature and frost just before serving.

Notes

  • Using silicone molds helps with easy donut removal and even baking.
  • Adjust the thickness of the glaze by adding almond milk or powdered sugar as needed to avoid a runny topping.
  • Freeze dried blueberries provide a crunchy texture and intense flavor, complementing the moistness from dried blueberries.
  • Consuming the donuts on the day they are made ensures the best texture and flavor.
  • For customization, add gel food coloring to the frosting to create colorful swirls for a fun presentation.

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