Name: Low-Sugar Mini Powdered Donuts (High-Protein, Gluten-Free Copycat Tastykake)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 6 min
Ingredients: 1/2 cup Almond Flour; 1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder; 1/4 cup Oat Flour; 1/2 whole Banana (mashed); 2 Tbsp Honey; 2 1/2 Tbsp Almond Milk; 2 tsp Baking Powder; 1 whole Egg; 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract; 1/4 tsp Almond Extract; 2 Tbsp Confectioners Sugar (Powdered - Swerve, Or organic powdered sugar); 1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder

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If you grew up loving Tastykake mini powdered donuts but want a version that’s lower in sugar, higher in protein, and made with simple gluten-free ingredients, these homemade mini donuts deliver all the nostalgic flavor without the crash.

They’re soft, lightly sweet, perfectly powdered, and ready in under 10 minutes — making them the ultimate better-for-you treat for kids, busy mornings, or a fun weekend baking project.

More of a chocolate lover? I’ve got a copycat chocolate tastykake recipe as well!

Homemade gluten-free powdered donuts in a paper bag for coating

These low-sugar mini powdered donuts are a healthier, gluten-free take on the classic Tastykake powdered donuts you grew up snacking on.

Made with almond flour, oat flour, vanilla protein powder, and natural sweeteners, this recipe creates soft, fluffy mini donuts with a delicious powdered coating — without the refined sugar overload.

They bake in just 6–7 minutes, use everyday pantry ingredients, and pack a subtle boost of protein that makes them perfect for meal prep, lunchboxes, or a quick grab-and-go breakfast.

If you’re looking for a healthy powdered donut recipe, this one checks every box: easy, kid-friendly, macro-friendly, and irresistibly tasty.

Why You’ll Love These Copycat Tastykake Powdered Sugar Donuts

• High-protein donuts — Each batch includes protein powder for a satisfying, balanced treat.
• Gluten-free ingredients — Almond flour + oat flour keep these donuts light and allergy-friendly.
• Lower sugar than store-bought — Sweetened naturally with banana and honey.
• Kid-approved — Soft, sweet, and fun to shake in the powdered coating.
• Quick bake time — Ready in under 10 minutes.
• Perfect Tastykake dupe — Same nostalgic flavor, better ingredients.

Serves: 36

Ingredients

1/2 cup Almond Flour
1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
1/4 cup Oat Flour
1/2 whole Banana, mashed
2 Tbsp Honey
2 1/2 Tbsp Almond Milk
2 tsp Baking Powder
1 whole Egg
1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
1/4 tsp Almond Extract
2 Tbsp Confectioners Sugar, Powdered – Swerve, Or organic powdered sugar
1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder

High-protein mini powdered donuts made with almond flour and oat flour

Process

Combine your donut ingredients together, place in piping bag or ziplock bag with hole in the edge and pipe into a mini donut pan
Bake at 350 for 6-7 min
Remove from pan and onto cooling rack
Then place powdered sugar and protein sugar into a paper bag, place a few donuts in the bag at a time and shake to coat
Enjoy!
If not eating right away I don’t recommend coating as it will dissolve overtime and you’ll need to recoat

Low sugar mini powdered donuts sliced in half to show fluffy donut texture

FAQ

• Can I make these donuts dairy-free?
Yes — use a dairy-free protein powder and a plant-based milk like almond or oat milk.
• Can I swap the almond flour?
Almond flour adds moisture and softness. You can try cashew flour, but avoid coconut flour — it absorbs too much liquid.
• Why does the powdered coating dissolve?
Protein powder + powdered sugar can melt into the donut over time. Coat right before serving for the best texture.
• Can I air fry these?
Yes — air fry at 320°F for 4–5 minutes. Check early to avoid over-browning.
• Can I freeze them?
Freeze uncoated donuts. Thaw, then shake in powdered sugar before serving.

Low-Sugar Mini Powdered Donuts (High-Protein, Gluten-Free Copycat Tastykake)

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 6

Servings:

Ingredients

1/2 cup Almond Flour
1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
1/4 cup Oat Flour
1/2 whole Banana mashed
2 Tbsp Honey
2 1/2 Tbsp Almond Milk
2 tsp Baking Powder
1 whole Egg
1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract
1/4 tsp Almond Extract

For Coating

2 Tbsp Confectioners Sugar Powdered – Swerve, Or organic powdered sugar
1/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder

Instructions

Combine your donut ingredients together, place in piping bag or ziplock bag with hole in the edge and pipe into a mini donut pan
Bake at 350 for 6-7 min
Remove from pan and onto cooling rack
Then place powdered sugar and protein sugar into a paper bag, place a few donuts in the bag at a time and shake to coat
Enjoy!
If not eating right away I don’t recommend coating as it will dissolve overtime and you’ll need to recoat