High Protein Sourdough Discard Chocolate Donuts with No Refined Sugar 🍩🤍

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If you're on the lookout for a sweet treat that's both delicious and nutritious, these High Protein Sourdough Discard Chocolate Donuts with no refined sugar are the answer. They offer a delightful combination of chocolatey goodness and a protein-packed punch. With the unique addition of sourdough discard, these donuts have a subtle tang that complements the rich flavors perfectly. Plus, the combination of Greek yogurt and plant-based protein powder makes these donuts a satisfying and guilt-free indulgence. Let's dive into the recipe!

Author: The Honey Buckle

Total prep time: 25 minutes

Total cook time: 15 minutes

Total time: 40 minutes

Nutrition information per donut (makes 12 donuts): 150 calories 7g protein 4g fat 23g carbs

I highly recommend investing in a kitchen scale to measure your ingredients - especially when it comes to ingredients like greek yogurt, honey, and sourdough! Plus, you'll have less measuring cups to clean.

Ingredients for High Protein Sourdough Discard Chocolate Donuts:

Dry Ingredients:

• Chocolate or vanilla plant-based protein powder: 1/4 cup ≈ 30g

• Whole wheat flour (Freshly milled or Bob's Red Mill): 2/3 cup ≈ 80g

• Baking powder: 2.5 tsp ≈ 12g

• Salt: 1/2 tsp ≈ 3g

• Cocoa powder: 1/3 cup ≈ 35g
  

Wet Ingredients:

• Sourdough discard: 1/2 cup ≈ 140g

• Honey: 1/4 cup ≈ 85g

• Monk fruit sweetener: 2 tbsp ≈ 20g

• Greek yogurt: 1/4 cup ≈ 60g

• Olive oil or coconut oil: 2 tbsp ≈ 27g

• Milk of choice (unsweetened almond milk): 3/4 cup + 2 tbsp ≈ 210g
  

Ingredients for the Glaze:

• Greek yogurt: 100g (2.5 tbsp)

• Protein powder: 15g

• Honey: 15g

• Milk: 2 tbsp

• Cocoa powder: 1 tsp
  

Instructions:

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a 12-count donut pan with cooking spray/olive oil and set aside.

2. Prepare the Donuts: In a large mixing bowl, add the dry ingredients (protein powder, whole wheat flour, sourdough discard, baking powder, salt, cocoa powder) and mix well. Then, add the wet ingredients (honey, monk fruit sweetener, Greek yogurt, olive oil or coconut oil, milk) and mix until a thick batter forms.

3. Fill the Donut Pan: Transfer the batter into a ziplock bag. Cut one corner of the bag and distribute the batter evenly among the donut holes.

4. Bake the Donuts: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 20 minutes.

5. Prepare the Glaze: In a bowl, combine all the glaze ingredients (Greek yogurt, protein powder, honey, milk, and cocoa powder) and mix well.

6. Glaze the Donuts: Once the donuts have cooled, spoon the glaze over each donut.
   

Enjoy and Store:

Bite into your protein-packed chocolate donuts and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors! Refrigerate any leftovers for up to a week.

These high-protein donuts are a perfect treat for those who want to indulge without compromising their health goals. Whether you're enjoying them for breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a guilt-free dessert, these donuts are sure to satisfy your cravings. Happy baking!