Description
Flaky, buttery cruffin-style donuts made with a low-carb mozzarella dough, layered with cinnamon filling, and topped with a smooth sugar-free vanilla glaze. These baked treats deliver bakery-style indulgence while keeping carbs low.
Ingredients
- Layered Dough:
- 1 3/4 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 oz cream cheese
- 3/4 cup finely ground almond flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar-free sweetener
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 large egg
- Cinnamon Filling:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar substitute
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Vanilla Glaze:
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar-free sweetener
- 1 to 2 tablespoons heavy cream
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 6-count donut pan or silicone molds.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine mozzarella and cream cheese. Microwave for 60–90 seconds, stirring halfway, until melted and smooth.
- While warm, stir in almond flour, granulated sweetener, and baking powder until combined.
- Add egg and knead until a smooth dough forms. Lightly oil hands if needed to prevent sticking.
- Place dough between parchment sheets and roll into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- Brush with melted butter. Mix brown sugar substitute and cinnamon, then sprinkle evenly over dough.
- Roll tightly into a log. Slice lengthwise to expose layers and twist each half slightly.
- Form twisted strips into rings and place into prepared donut molds.
- Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Cool in pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Whisk glaze ingredients until smooth, adjusting cream for desired consistency.
- Drizzle glaze over slightly cooled donuts and allow to set before serving.
Notes
- Lightly oil hands or chill dough if it becomes sticky.
- Do not substitute coconut flour directly for almond flour.
- Air fry at 350°F for 8–10 minutes if preferred.
- Store at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate up to 5 days.
- Freeze individually wrapped donuts for up to 2 months.
- Allow donuts to cool slightly before glazing to prevent melting.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 donut
- Calories: 285 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg
