Ingredients
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- 1 cup cottage cheese
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (for frosting)
- 1 tbsp honey (for frosting)
- 1 tsp cinnamon (for frosting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cottage cheese, almond flour, protein powder, maple syrup, eggs, vanilla extract, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until smooth.
- Spoon the batter into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the donuts cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
- For the frosting, mix Greek yogurt, honey, and cinnamon in a small bowl until smooth.
- Drizzle or dip the cooled donuts in the frosting.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- For extra protein, use vanilla-flavored protein powder.
- Adjust honey in frosting to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-18 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 35mg