Mysty PfefferIt’s crazy when you really don’t like protein powder because you think of all the things you might make with it, like protein packed chocolate pumpkin doughnuts!
I know it doesn’t sound good, but it really is. The pumpkin puree makes them moist and adds just the right amount of liquid, while the oats balance out the protein powder. And guess what?
They are gluten free, and low sugar, too! Just over 1 tsp per doughnut!
I have not made doughnuts for many, many years, and truthfully, I just used my muffin recipe for theses and put them in a doughnut pan.
The stainless-steel doughnut pan I purchased came in handy just for this purpose! It’s a guiltless treat for the kiddos when they want something chocolatey and decadent.
They are also hubby and neighbor approved, so I hope you like them too!
Chocolate Pumpkin Protein Doughnuts Benefits
This early morning treat will provide at least 6 grams of protein per doughnut and only a teaspoon and a half of sugar. Kiddos will also get magnesium and potassium with this choice, too.
Adequate protein in the morning keeps them full, helps their brains function better to retain information, and won’t get them hyped up with too much sugar.
It’s the simple things that bring a little delight, isn’t it?
Devotion
I like the thought of giving children something of substance to start their day. Letting them know they are loved by us and their Father in heaven gives them encouragement to face the hard days. Just like us they can get knocked down spiritually, but get right back up.
The Lord upholds them with His hand. We stumble every single day, but God is there with us so we don’t fall. I appreciate that sweet truth and embrace the real thing to delight in. . . God himself.
The Lord makes firm the steps of the one who delights in him; though he may stumble, he will not fall, for the Lord upholds him with his hand.
Psalm 37:23-34
Chocolate & Pumpkin Protein Doughnuts
Ingredients
- 4 Scoops Orgain Chocolate Protein Powder
- 1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder
- 2 Eggs
- 1/2 Tsp Salt
- 1/2 Tsp Baking Powder
- 2 ounces maple syrup
- 1 Cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1 Cup Ground oats
- 1 tsp cinnamon
Chocolate Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 Cup Dark Chocolate Chips
- 2 tsp Coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degress
- Place the protein powder in a large mixing bowl and add the ground oats and cinnamon, salt, and baking powder. Mix dry ingredients well.
- Add the eggs, pumpkin, and maple syrup to the dry ingredients
- lightly grease the doughnut pan with oil
- add the batter evenly and place in the oven to bake 20 to 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Set aside to cool completely
Dipping the Doughnuts
- In a small bowl add the chocolate chips and melt in the microwave 40 seconds, stir until all the chips are melted then add the coconut oil,
- Dip each doughnut in the chocolate and set on parchment paper until all are dipped. Let set in the fridge for at least an hour. Enjoy!
Nutrition
I hope you enjoy an occasional doughnut after your fully packed, nutrient dense breakfast! If you find it good, please leave me a rating and check out the site for coaching services, health tips, and recipes!
Blessings,
Mysty
Simplifying Health Faithfully
