🍩 Homemade High-Protein Blueberry Donuts 💙✨
🌟 Introduction
If you’re looking for a healthy treat that feels indulgent but fuels your body, these high-protein blueberry donuts are perfect for you! Soft, fluffy, naturally sweet, and packed with juicy blueberries, this beginner-friendly recipe is quick, easy, and absolutely satisfying. Whether you enjoy baking often (like your delicious cakes 🍰) or you’re just starting out, this recipe will become a favorite in your kitchen.
🫐 Ingredients
For the Donuts
- 1 cup oat flour (or blended oats)
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 egg
- ½ cup Greek yogurt (high protein boost!)
- ¼ cup milk (any type)
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¾ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
Optional Glaze
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
🥣 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a donut pan.
- In a bowl, mix oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk egg, Greek yogurt, milk, honey, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients gently (do not overmix).
- Fold in the blueberries carefully.
- Spoon or pipe the batter into the donut molds.
- Bake for 12–15 minutes, or until golden and set.
- Let cool slightly before removing.
- Add glaze if desired and enjoy!
🔥 Methods & Tips (Beginner Friendly)
- ✔️ Don’t overmix – keeps donuts soft and fluffy
- ✔️ Use Greek yogurt for extra protein and moisture
- ✔️ If using frozen blueberries, don’t thaw (prevents color bleeding)
- ✔️ Pipe batter using a zip bag for neat donut shapes
- ✔️ Bake, don’t fry → healthier and easier
📜 A Little History
Donuts have been loved for centuries, originally popularized in Europe and later perfected in America as fried treats. Over time, healthier versions emerged—like baked donuts—especially with the rise of fitness-focused recipes. Adding protein powder and wholesome ingredients transforms this classic dessert into a modern, nutritious snack.
🧁 Formation (Texture & Flavor Profile)
- Texture: Soft, moist, slightly dense (thanks to protein)
- Flavor: Sweet, creamy vanilla with bursts of juicy blueberries
- Appearance: Golden donuts with pops of purple-blue
❤️ Why People Love These Donuts
- High in protein 💪
- Great for breakfast or snacks
- Beginner-friendly and quick
- Naturally sweet and customizable
- Feels like dessert but healthier
💡 Extra Variations
- Add lemon zest for a blueberry-lemon twist 🍋
- Swap blueberries with strawberries or chocolate chips
- Add a crumble topping for texture
- Turn into muffins if no donut pan
🏁 Conclusion
These homemade high-protein blueberry donuts are the perfect balance between healthy and delicious. Easy enough for beginners and satisfying enough for everyday cravings, they’re a must-try recipe—especially if you enjoy baking simple, comforting treats like your favorite cakes.
💬 From One Food Lover to Another
If you love soft, sweet, easy-to-make desserts (like your chocolate cakes and cookies 😍), this recipe will definitely win your heart.
👉 Go ahead, bake a batch, and enjoy every bite!