Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Donuts [gluten-free + no added sugar]

Soft-baked peanut butter and jelly protein donuts made with almond flour and protein powder. A healthy, gluten-free PB&J treat perfect for breakfast or snacks.

If you grew up loving the classic peanut butter and jelly combo, get ready to meet its glow-up. These peanut butter and jelly protein donuts take everything nostalgic about PB&J and turn it into a soft, bakery-style donut packed with protein and wholesome ingredients.

They are fluffy, slightly nutty, perfectly sweet, and topped with creamy peanut butter frosting, a pop of strawberry jam, and crunchy peanuts. The best part? These healthy protein donuts are baked, gluten-free, and made with simple ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen.

Whether you need a post-workout snack, a healthy breakfast, or a macro-friendly dessert, these donuts deliver all the flavor of a childhood favorite with a grown-up nutritional upgrade.

And yes… they taste as good as they look.

Why You’ll Love These PB&J Protein Donuts

There are a lot of protein donut recipes floating around the internet, but this one checks all the boxes:

• High protein thanks to protein powder, eggs, and yogurt
• Gluten-free with almond and coconut flour
• Naturally sweetened with applesauce
• Soft and moist texture (no dry protein baked goods here)
• Classic PB&J flavor with a creamy frosting and jam topping

Plus, they come together in under 20 minutes, making them perfect for meal prep or quick healthy baking.

Ingredients for Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Donuts:

For the Donuts

• 1 scoop PEScience Peanut Butter Delight Vegan Protein Powder (code HEALTHYHELPER saves $$!)
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup coconut flour
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 tbsp natural peanut butter (code healthyhelper saves!)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 large eggs

For the Peanut Butter Frosting

• 2 tbsp natural peanut butter (code healthyhelper saves!)
• 2 tbsp unsweetened Greek yogurt or dairy-free yogurt
• 1 tbsp almond milk (adjust for consistency)

Toppings

• 1/4 cup sugar-free strawberry jelly or jam (code healthyhelper saves!)
• 2 tbsp chopped peanuts

Instructions for Healthy Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Donuts:

1: Prepare the Donut Batter

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a donut pan with a bit of oil or cooking spray.
2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the almond flour, coconut flour, Pescience Peanut Butter Delight Protein Powder, baking powder, and salt until well combined.
3. In a separate bowl, mix the almond milk, applesauce, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and eggs. Stir until smooth.
4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until the batter is smooth and well-combined.

2: Bake the Donuts

1. Pour the batter evenly into the donut pan, filling each mold about 3/4 full.
2. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
3. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

3: Make the Peanut Butter Frosting

1. In a small bowl, whisk together the peanut butter and Greek yogurt until smooth.
2. Add almond milk as needed to reach your desired frosting consistency.

4: Frost and Add Toppings

1. Once the donuts have cooled, spread a thin layer of peanut butter frosting on each donut.
2. Add a small dollop of strawberry jelly on top of the frosting.
3. Sprinkle each donut with chopped peanuts for an extra crunch.

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