Description
Delicious no-bake vegan protein glazed donuts made with wholesome ingredients like medjool dates, almond flour, dairy-free yogurt, and plant-based protein powder. These nutrient-dense donuts are naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast treat without the need for baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Basic Donut Dough
- 9–10 medjool dates
- 3 scoops plain or vanilla protein powder (33g per scoop)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cashew or almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy dairy-free yogurt
- 1/2 tbsp cinnamon
Chocolate Donut Dough
- 10 medjool dates
- 3 scoops chocolate or vanilla protein powder (33g per scoop)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/3 cup cashew or almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp dairy-free milk
Cookie Dough Version
- 10 medjool dates
- 3 scoops plain or vanilla protein powder (33g per scoop)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp almond extract (tiny dash)
- 1/2 cup creamy dairy-free yogurt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Melted chocolate for topping
Ferrero Rocher Donuts
- 10 medjool dates
- 3 scoops chocolate protein powder (33g per scoop)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/3 cup cashew or almond butter
- 1/2 tbsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp dairy-free milk
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 cup toasted hazelnuts
Peppermint Version
- 10 medjool dates
- 3 scoops chocolate or vanilla protein powder (33g per scoop)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup cacao powder
- 1/3 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- 1/3 cup + 1 tbsp dairy-free milk
- Topping: 3/4 cup chocolate chips melted with 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract for topping
Samoa Version
- 10 medjool dates
- 3 scoops plain or vanilla protein powder (33g per scoop)
- 1/2 cup toasted shredded desiccated coconut
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp almond extract (tiny dash)
- 1/2 cup creamy dairy-free yogurt
- 2 tbsp dairy-free milk (can add more if needed)
- Melted chocolate and more shredded coconut for topping
Glaze Ingredients (for all versions)
- Powdered sugar mixed with dairy-free milk or yogurt (brands vary)
Instructions
- Prepare Donut Dough: Add all donut ingredients for your chosen version to a food processor. Blend until a thick, smooth dough forms. For the cookie dough version, fold in the chocolate chips after blending.
- Shape Donuts: Roll the dough into thick logs and carefully seal the ends together to form donut shapes.
- Freeze to Set: Place the shaped donuts in the freezer for 45 minutes to one hour to firm up.
- Prepare Glaze: Whisk the glaze ingredients together until smooth. Then, gently dunk the frozen donuts into the glaze to coat them.
- Final Freeze: Place the glazed donuts back in the freezer for 20 to 30 minutes to set the glaze before enjoying.
- Storage: Store donuts in the fridge or freezer. If frozen, allow them to thaw slightly before serving for best texture.
Notes
- Use medjool dates for natural sweetness and chewy texture.
- You can customize the protein powder flavor based on your preference (vanilla or chocolate work best).
- For a smoother dough, ensure dates are soft; soak in warm water if needed.
- Adjust dairy-free milk or yogurt quantities to get a moldable dough consistency.
- Store donuts in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Freeze donuts for longer shelf life, up to 2 weeks.
- Suitable for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: No Bake, Blending, Freezing
- Cuisine: Vegan, Healthy
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut (approx. 80g)
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: no bake donuts, vegan protein donuts, gluten free donuts, healthy snack, plant based donuts, protein powder donut recipe, dairy free dessert
