Description
Who said donuts can’t be healthy? Kids love their sweet treats, and as parents, we can make them both nutritious and delicious! These homemade donuts are packed with natural sweetness, whole grains, and protein-rich ingredients, making them a great alternative to store-bought versions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- ½ cup almond flour (for extra nutrients)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon (for flavor and blood sugar balance)
- ¼ cup maple syrup or honey (natural sweetness)
- 1 egg (or flax egg for a vegan option)
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (adds protein)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce (moisture & natural sweetness)
If you’re looking to add more protein to your donuts, check out this guide on adding protein powder to pancakes—the same trick works perfectly for donut batter!
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.
- Mix dry ingredients in one bowl and wet ingredients in another.
- Combine the two and mix until smooth.
- Fill the donut pan and bake for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown.
For an extra protein boost, try incorporating protein pancake mix into the recipe!
These healthy donuts are not only easy to make but also a fun way to get kids involved in the kitchen. They’re great for breakfast, school snacks, or even a healthy dessert!
Notes
Healthy Toppings Ideas
- Dark chocolate drizzle (antioxidant-rich)
- Chia seeds (fiber and omega-3 boost)
- Coconut flakes (adds natural sweetness)
- Greek yogurt glaze (extra protein)
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Category: breakfast
- Method: Fried or Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: ~280 kcal
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: Healthy Donuts for Kids