DECADENT KETO CHOCOLATE DONUTS WITH CREAM CHEESE FROSTING

Indulge in the ultimate keto chocolate treat with these decadent and moist Keto Chocolate Donuts topped with a creamy cream cheese frosting – a guilt-free delight for all chocolate lovers! Jump to printable recipe card

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Looking for a keto-friendly dessert that satisfies your chocolate cravings? These Keto Chocolate Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting are an absolute delight! Rich, moist, and chocolatey, these donuts are the perfect guilt-free treat for any occasion. Topped with a creamy and tangy cream cheese frosting, these keto-friendly delights will leave you wanting more. So let's get started and indulge in these delectable keto chocolate donuts!

Not only are these Keto Chocolate Donuts irresistibly delicious, but they also make an excellent choice for kids following a keto diet. Packed with rich chocolate flavor, they offer a healthier low carb alternative to traditional sugary donuts. Plus, with the added fun of optional keto rainbow sprinkles, these delightful treats are sure to put a smile on your little one's face while keeping them on track with their keto lifestyle.

My son has embraced a carnivore diet with occasional indulgences in keto treats that I lovingly bake for him, and the results have been remarkable. By focusing on high-quality animal-based foods, he receives an abundance of essential nutrients, healthy fats, and protein, which contribute to his overall growth and development. The carnivore approach ensures that he gets the necessary vitamins and minerals while eliminating potential inflammatory foods. The occasional keto treats I prepare allow him to enjoy a treat every once in a while without compromising his diet. I am thrilled to see how he is thriving physically, mentally, and emotionally on this way of eating, making me confident in our decision to support his health and well-being through a carnivore lifestyle. My son couldn't get enough of these mouthwatering keto chocolate donuts; he savored each bite and couldn't resist asking for seconds!

Decadent Keto Chocolate Donuts with Cream Cheese Frosting

Ingredients

Donuts:

• 6 oz cream cheese, softened

• 1/4 cup melted butter

• 3 large eggs

• 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream

• 72 g unflavored grass-fed whey protein powder

• 3/4 cup erythritol granular

• 1/2 cup organic cacao powder

• 1 tsp beef gelatin powder

• 1/8 tsp sea salt

• 1/4 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

Cream Cheese Frosting:

• 4 oz cream cheese, softened

• 2 tbsp butter, softened

• 1/2 cup confectioners erythritol

• 1 tsp pure vanilla extract

• 1 tbsp heavy whipping cream

Optional Ingredient:

• Keto rainbow sprinkles

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a donut pan with butter, ensuring all the cavities are well coated.

2. In a food processor, combine the softened cream cheese, melted butter, eggs, heavy whipping cream, whey protein powder, erythritol, cacao powder, beef gelatin powder, sea salt, baking soda, and pure vanilla extract. Pulse the mixture until all the ingredients are well combined, making sure to scrape down the sides to incorporate everything evenly. If you don't have a food processor, you can use a hand mixer.

3. Once the donut batter is smooth and well mixed, pour it into the prepared donut pan, filling each cavity about 3/4 full.

4. Place the donut pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-18 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the donuts comes out clean. The baking time may vary depending on the size of your donut pan, so keep an eye on them.

5. Once the donuts are baked, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a baking rack to cool completely.

6. While the donuts are cooling, prepare the cream cheese frosting. In a stand mixer, combine the softened cream cheese, softened butter, confectioners erythritol, vanilla extract, and heavy whipping cream. Whip the ingredients until light and fluffy. If you don't have a stand mixer, a hand mixer will work as well.

7. If desired, transfer the cream cheese frosting to a piping bag fitted with your preferred tip for decoration.

8. Once the donuts have cooled, generously frost each donut with the cream cheese frosting. Sprinkle the tops with keto rainbow sprinkles for an added touch of color and fun.

9. Indulge in these delicious Keto Chocolate Donuts right away or store them in the refrigerator for later enjoyment. Yields about 12 donuts depending on the size of the donut cavities/molds.

Equipment

• Donut pan

• Food processor

• Stand mixer or hand mixer

• Piping bag

• Cooling rack

If you don't have a food processor, a hand mixer can be used to combine the donut ingredients. Don't have a pastry bag? No worries! You can easily frost the donuts with a butter knife. To speed up the cooling process of the donuts, you can place them in the refrigerator. Store any leftover donuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

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