For me, the first Friday in June (today) is kind of the best day of the year. Why? Because it’s NATIONAL DOUGHNUT DAY. And that means I get to eat as many doughnuts as I want and no one is allowed to judge me. Basically, it’s the best cheat day EVER.
But, once the holiday is over, it’s not really appropriate to eat massive amounts of doughnuts on a daily basis (even though I wish it was). Especially if you are like my friend Arielle, who is trying to live a healthy balanced lifestyle and look freaking fabulous. In the last year, Arielle has lost over 100 POUNDS! How amazing is that?! 100 pounds is a HUGE accomplishment and I am so proud of her!
So in honor of the holiday and her amazing weight loss journey, we decided to team up and create the Healthiest Doughnuts Ever! They may not be the fried doughy goodness you are used to, but they are definitely still delicious..and a lot better for you.
They are also fun to make! So if you are looking for a fun and healthy snack to make with the kids, these Apple Doughnuts are the perfect treat! Also, if you want to check out Arielle’s amazingness, you can follow her as she continues her journey on Instagram @Ariellesays.
Also, because Arielle is a huge fan of Weight Watchers – we put in the Weight Watchers Smart Points!
Recipe Inspired By Babble
HEALTHY APPLE DOUGHNUTS
Ingredients
STRAWBERRY CONFETTI APPLE DOUGHNUTS
- 1 apple
- 1/2 cup Greek Yogurt
- 2 oz Strawberries, puréedc
- 2 packages Stevia
- 2 teaspoons sprinkles
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER DOUGHNUTS
- 1 apple
- 6 tablespoons PB2
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 teaspoons chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
STRAWBERRY CONFETTI APPLE DOUGHNUTS
- Cut tops off strawberries. Using a Nutri Bullet or Food Processor, purée strawberries.
- Use a small icing tip to cut a hole in the center of each slice.
- Using a share knife, cut across the center of the apple to create 1/4" slices.
- In a small bowl, combine Greek Yogurt, Strawberry Purée and Stevia
- Use a knife to spread yogurt mixture onto apple.
- Add sprinkles
CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER DOUGUNUTS
- Using a share knife, cut across the center of the apple to create 1/4" slices.
- Use a small icing tip to cut a hole in the center of each slice.
- In a small bowl, combine PB2 and water
- Use a knife to spread PB2 mixture onto apple.
- Add sprinkles.
