High-protein blueberry donuts are a fantastic addition to your baking rotation—especially after all those savory meal prep recipes! They give you that bakery-style treat while keeping you full and energized. I found several excellent recipes with different approaches, from 4-ingredient cottage cheese versions to classic oat flour bases.
Here’s a comparison of the best options to help you choose:
Recipe Protein per Donut Key Ingredients Special Features Bake Time Difficulty
4-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Donuts 3g Almond flour, cottage cheese, sweetener, blueberries Keto-friendly, low-carb, donut hole format, no mixer needed 20-22 min at 350°F Easy
Diabetic-Friendly Version Not specified Almond flour, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, monk fruit sweetener Two versions (diabetic + regular), blood-sugar friendly 14-18 min at 350°F Easy
Oat Flour Base Recipe 8-10g Oat flour, protein powder, Greek yogurt, maple syrup Higher protein option, optional protein glaze adds 3-5g more 12-15 min at 350°F Easy
Blueberry Banana Meal Prep ~4.6g (55g batch) Cassava flour, banana, collagen, blueberry powder Gut-friendly, 12 donuts per batch, collagen for skin/joint health ~15 min at 350°F Easy
Air Fryer Version Not specified Gluten-free flour, plant protein powder, yogurt Air fryer method (8-9 min), vegan option, blueberry protein glaze 8-9 min at 350°F Medium
Blueberry Cheesecake Style 6g Almond flour, cottage cheese, allulose sweetener Cheesecake flavor profile, makes 18-24 donuts, freezer-friendly 25-30 min at 350°F Easy
Classic Oat Flour Cake Donuts 12g Oat flour, vanilla protein powder, Greek yogurt, lemon zest Highest protein option (12g), detailed pro tips, flour-coated berries 12 min at 350°F Easy
– Top Recommendations Based on Your Cooking Journey
Given your success with high-protein meal prep and love for baked goods, here are my personalized suggestions:
If you want the highest protein punch: The Classic Oat Flour Cake Donuts deliver an impressive 12g of protein per serving . This recipe uses oat flour, vanilla protein powder, and Greek yogurt—ingredients that will feel familiar from your protein meal prep. The lemon zest brightens the blueberries beautifully, and the detailed pro tips (like tossing blueberries in flour to prevent sinking) show real baking expertise.
If you’re intrigued by cottage cheese after the casserole: The Blueberry Cheesecake Style donuts use cottage cheese (like your casserole) but transform it into a creamy, cheesecake-like texture. With 6g of protein each and making 18-24 donuts per batch, these are perfect for meal prep. They freeze well for up to 2 months .
For quick, no-fuss prep: The 4-Ingredient Cottage Cheese Donuts are brilliantly simple—just almond flour, cottage cheese, sweetener, and blueberries. They’re keto-friendly and come together without a mixer. At only 79 calories and 3g protein each , they’re a light but satisfying option.
If you loved the French Dip Roll Ups’ make-ahead convenience: The Blueberry Banana Meal Prep recipe makes 12 donuts with about 55g protein for the whole batch . The collagen adds skin and joint health benefits, and the yogurt-protein topping is reminiscent of the creamy elements you’ve been mastering.
– Pro Tips for High-Protein Donut Success
Based on expert advice across these recipes, here’s how to nail your donuts:
· Don’t overmix the batter: Just like with your lemon yogurt cake, mix until ingredients are JUST combined. Overmixing develops gluten and makes protein donuts tough .
· Use frozen blueberries for easier handling: Frozen wild blueberries are smaller and won’t squish as easily when folding into thick batters . Keep them frozen until the last minute.
· Toss blueberries in flour: Coating berries in a tablespoon of flour (or oat flour) prevents them from sinking to the bottom .
· Check your protein powder: The flavor and texture of your donuts will vary based on your protein powder . Vanilla works best for sweet recipes. Avoid allulose-based sweeteners if using erythritol blends—allulose can make batters too moist .
· Cool completely before removing: Protein donuts are more delicate when warm. Let them cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack .
– Variations and Substitutions
· Nut-free option: Replace almond flour with oat flour or a gluten-free blend .
· Dairy-free version: Use blended tofu or dairy-free yogurt instead of cottage cheese .
· Extra protein glaze: Mix Greek yogurt with protein powder and a splash of milk—adds 3-5g protein per donut .
· Lemon blueberry twist: Add extra lemon zest or a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten flavors .
· Air fryer method: Most batters work well at 350°F for 8-10 minutes in an air fryer .
– Storage and Meal Prep
· Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days .
· Freezer: Freeze individually, then store in a sealed bag for up to 2-3 months .
· Reheating: Microwave for 10-15 seconds or warm in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes .
Which of these high-protein blueberry donut styles appeals to you most? I can help you scale a recipe for meal prep or adapt it based on what ingredients you have on hand!