greek yogurt donuts (lemon raspberry, air fryer)

v1.2

by Rossetto07

DessertAmericanBrunchBreakfastgreek yogurtHigh-Protein
greek yogurt donuts (lemon raspberry, air fryer)
Servings: 6Prep: 10 minCook: 10 minTotal: 20 min

As a self-proclaimed donut connoisseur, these Greek yogurt donuts are most definitely up to snuff! They pack in 6g of protein each without protein powder and are ready in just 20 minutes thanks to the air fryer (so no deep frying!). They taste like they just came out of a bakery - no seriously, they do.

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup Plain Greek yogurt (any fat level)
  • 1 Large Egg
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • juice from 1 lemon + zest from 1 lemon (divided - zest split between dough and coating)
  • 1 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, plus 1-2 tablespoons more as needed
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup frozen raspberries
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • zest from 1 lemon (use the other half of your lemon from above)
  • olive oil spray (or melted butter or oil)

Equipment

  • air fryer

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your air fryer to 350°F if needed.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, whisk together the Plain Greek yogurt, Large Egg Maple syrup half the lemon zest lemon juice until smooth. It's easier to zest a full lemon, so zest it first, half in your large bowl for the dough and half in a small bowl for the sugar topping.

  3. 3

    Add the All-purpose flour, plus 1-2 tablespoons more as needed, Baking powder Baking soda Salt Mix until a soft dough forms. It will be slightly sticky. If the dough is too sticky to roll, add flour one tablespoon at a time until it holds its shape.

  4. 4

    Gently fold in the frozen raspberries with a spatula. A few rough folds - you want them distributed but not smashed.

  5. 5

    Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. With lightly oiled hands, roll each piece into a smooth ball.

  6. 6

    Spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Place the donuts in the basket with at least half an inch of space between each. Spray the tops lightly.

  7. 7

    Air fry at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, until the donuts are set on the outside and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Work in batches if needed.

  8. 8

    While the donuts cook, mix the 1/3 granulated sugar with the remaining lemon zest in a shallow bowl. Rub the zest into the sugar with your fingers until fragrant.

  9. 9

    When the donuts come out, let them rest 1-2 minutes. Spray with oil, then roll in the lemon sugar while warm. Eat immediately or let cool on a wire rack.

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Printed July 21, 2026