Light, zesty, and protein-packed baked donuts made with cottage cheese, almond flour, and lemon zest. Perfect for a gluten-free breakfast or dessert!

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1 cup cottage cheese

2 large eggs

1 cup almond flour

2 tbsp honey or maple syrup

1 tsp lemon zest

1 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp baking powder

Pinch of salt

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1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a donut pan.

2. Blend cottage cheese, eggs, honey, vanilla, and lemon zest until smooth.

3. Add almond flour, baking powder, and salt; stir until just combined.

4. Fill donut molds ¾ full and bake 18–20 minutes until golden.

5. Cool completely before adding optional lemon glaze.

Use full-fat cottage cheese for best texture. Add blueberries or poppy seeds for a twist.