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Healthy Banana Protein Donuts

Delightful and nutritious gluten-free donuts made with almond flour and pea protein, topped with a rich dark chocolate glaze.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 donuts
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup blanched almond flour A gluten-free alternative that's light and packed with healthy fats.
  • 1/2 cup pea protein A plant-based protein that keeps these donuts filling.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon Optional, use Ceylon cinnamon for more flavor.
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda Provides the rise, making these donuts fluffy.
  • 1/4 tsp salt Enhances flavors.
Wet Ingredients
  • 2 large eggs Room temperature eggs bind everything together.
  • 1/2 cup mashed banana Use very ripe bananas for optimal sweetness.
  • 1/3 cup unsweetened yogurt Coconut or dairy yogurt both work well.
  • 1/4 cup water Adjust for batter consistency.
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract Pure extract adds depth of flavor.
Toppings
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Go for at least 70% cocoa for a richer taste.
  • 1 Tbsp sunflower seed butter For the glaze—adds a nutty flavor.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease 8 slots of a donut pan.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dry ingredients: almond flour, pea protein, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Whisk until evenly mixed.
  3. Add in the wet ingredients: eggs, mashed banana, yogurt, water, and vanilla extract. Whisk until smooth.
  4. Pour the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each slot nearly to the top.
Baking
  1. Bake for 25-28 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Once baked, let the donuts cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack.
Glazing
  1. To make the glaze, melt the dark chocolate and mix with sunflower seed butter until smooth.
  2. Dip the tops of the donuts into the glaze and refrigerate until set.
Storage
  1. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Notes

Make a batch on Sunday and enjoy them throughout the week. These donuts store beautifully and get even better after a night in the fridge as the flavors meld together.