Quick Description
These High-Protein Cinnamon Donut Bites are soft inside, golden outside, coated in cinnamon sugar, and drizzled with creamy glaze. Made with Greek yogurt and protein powder, they taste like bakery donut holes but fit your high-protein goals.
Servings & Timing
Servings: 18–20 bites
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
Total Time: ~25 minutes
Ingredients List
Donut Bites
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (thick, plain)
- 1 large egg
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 cup oat flour (or all-purpose flour)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 2 tbsp sweetener or honey
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Cinnamon Coating
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar or sweetener
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Protein Glaze
- ½ cup Greek yogurt or powdered sweetener glaze
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- ½ tsp vanilla
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) or air fryer to 360°F.
Line tray or basket.
Step 2: Make Batter
Mix yogurt, egg, vanilla, sweetener.
Add protein powder, flour, baking powder, salt. Stir until soft dough forms.
Step 3: Shape
Roll into small balls (about 1 tbsp each).
Step 4: Bake / Air Fry
Bake 12–15 minutes or air fry 8–10 minutes until golden.
Step 5: Coat
While warm, lightly brush with a little melted butter or spray, then toss in cinnamon sugar mix.
Step 6: Glaze
Whisk glaze ingredients and drizzle over top.
Additional Notes
- Best warm for donut-shop texture
- Air fryer gives crisp outside
- Use whey protein for softer texture
Dietary Info
High-Protein
Lower Sugar
Vegetarian
Weight-Loss Friendly
Ingredient Details & Substitutions
- Greek Yogurt: Cottage cheese blended smooth also works
- Flour: Almond flour for lower carb version
- Sweetener: Monk fruit, erythritol, honey
Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions
- Chocolate drizzle version
- Pumpkin spice version
- Stuff with cream cheese center
- Serve with coffee or protein latte
Storage & Make-Ahead
Fridge: 4 days
Freeze: Up to 1 month
Reheat: 10 seconds microwave or air fryer 2 min
Nutrition (Per 3 Bites – Approximate)
Calories: 160–190
Protein: 14–18g
Carbs: 14–18g
Fat: 3–5g
Optional Personal Story
I wanted donut holes without the sugar crash, and these became my weekend obsession. Sweet, soft, and actually satisfying.
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