September 6, 2018

Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting

by Karly in Breakfast, Donuts, Sponsored Posts    
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This post is sponsored by ViSalus. All opinions are my own.

Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting | Get breakfast on the table in less than 30 minutes with easy, baked donuts!

You know, I was never a big fan of donuts. I mean, don’t get me wrong, I’d certainly eat a donut if someone placed one in front of me, but it was never my first choice.

And then I bought a donut pan. And then my brain started thinking of 101 donut recipes and, y’all, I just can’t stop.

Donuts are my life. My heart. My soul.

No wonder I need stretchier stretchy pants.

Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting | Get breakfast on the table in less than 30 minutes with easy, baked donuts!

When a nice guy from ViSalus asked if I’d be interested in creating a recipe using their nutritional shake mix I said “only if I can use it for donuts.”

Okay, actually I just said yes, please. Then I set out to make some vitamin loaded, protein packed donuts. Because I can, that’s why.

Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting | Get breakfast on the table in less than 30 minutes with easy, baked donuts!

The minute I opened up the bag of shake mix, I knew I was in luck. It smells just like cake mix, y’all. It’s low fat, low sodium, full of vitamins, and packed with protein. But, let’s be honest, the cake mix factor is the best part.

I loaded my donuts up with fresh raspberries and topped them with a simple chocolate frosting. They are outta this world good. My kids gobbled them right down and I love the fact that they are full of good stuff that will keep them feeling full as well as giving them a nutritional boost.

Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting | Get breakfast on the table in less than 30 minutes with easy, baked donuts!

Of course, they’d make a pretty delicious treat if you’re dieting and just need a day off without going too overboard. I mean, they’re donuts, but they aren’t fried! That’s a win, right, dieters? Regular protein powder should work as well if you already have some hanging around, though I haven’t tested it myself.

Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting | Get breakfast on the table in less than 30 minutes with easy, baked donuts!

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Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
 
Servings: 6 donuts
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: back to school, easy donut recipes, kid-friendly recipes
Calories: 193 kcal

I loaded my donuts up with fresh raspberries and topped them with a simple chocolate frosting. They are outta this world good. My kids gobbled them right down and I love the fact that they are full of good stuff that will keep them feeling full as well as giving them a nutritional boost.

Ingredients

For the donuts:
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 1/2 cup Vi-Shape Shake Mix or protein powder
  • 1/3 cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup buttermilk or regular milk with a 1/2 teaspoon of white vinegar added
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons oil
  • 1/2 cup fresh raspberries
For the frosting:
  • 1/4 cup milk chocolate chips
  • 2 teaspoons low fat milk

Instructions

  1. To make the donuts, preheat the oven to 325 degrees. Lightly grease a donut pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, shake mix, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a small bowl, stir together the buttermilk, egg, vanilla and oil.
  4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated.
  5. Add the raspberries and stir. Don't worry too much about the berries breaking up as it just spreads them throughout the batter.
  6. Fill the donut pan and bake for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned and cooked through.
  7. Remove from the oven and cool in the pan for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  8. To make the frosting, add the chocolate chips and milk to a microwave safe bowl. Microwave on low for 30 seconds, stirring every 10 seconds, until melted.
  9. Spoon on top of the cooled donuts and spread evenly.
  10. Let set for 10 minutes to thicken up.
Nutrition Facts
Raspberry Donuts with Chocolate Frosting
Amount Per Serving
Calories 193 Calories from Fat 45
% Daily Value*
Fat 5g8%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Cholesterol 35mg12%
Sodium 159mg7%
Potassium 224mg6%
Carbohydrates 28g9%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 17g19%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 310IU6%
Vitamin C 5.3mg6%
Calcium 107mg11%
Iron 1.6mg9%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition Disclaimer: All information presented on this site is intended for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information shared on bunsinmyoven.com should only be used as a general guideline.

This post was sponsored by ViSalus. Buns In My Oven makes no health claims regarding their product.

 

originally posted on July 1, 2013, last updated on September 6, 2018
categories: Breakfast, Donuts, Sponsored Posts
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