if you love sugar cookies, frosted donuts, and easy high-protein desserts that live in your freezer, these no-bake sugar cookie protein donuts are about to be your new favorite thing.
they’re soft, chewy and dipped in a dairy-free cream cheese glaze that sets just like a real frosted donut!
the best part? no oven, no complicated steps, and they’re made with real, nourishing ingredients you probably already have on hand.

taste + texture
these donuts taste like classic sugar cookie dough with a hint of cinnamon warmth. they’re rich, slightly sweet, and incredibly satisfying.
the inside is soft and fudgy thanks to medjool dates, almond flour, and coconut cream, while the glaze adds that smooth, creamy finish you expect from a bakery-style donut.
once chilled, the glaze firms up just enough to feel legit, but once you let them thaw for a few minutes, everything becomes perfectly creamy and melt-in-your-mouth again.

why these are perfect for the holidays
these are the kind of dessert you make once and keep stocked all season long. they’re:
- festive thanks to sprinkles
- freezer-friendly for holiday prep
- indulgent enough to feel like a treat
- but balanced with protein and fiber
they’re perfect for cookie trays, holiday gatherings, or those nights when you want something sweet after dinner but don’t want to bake or overdo it.
they also make a great option for guests with dietary restrictions since they’re gluten free and dairy free.
how easy they are to make
these donuts are completely no bake and come together in minutes:
- everything blends together in a food processor
- the dough gets pressed into silicone donut molds
- the freezer does all the work
no rolling, no shaping by hand, no oven, and no stress. if you can press dough into a mold, you can make these.

why i love using Let’s Do Organic Heavy Coconut Cream
one of the key ingredients that makes these donuts so rich and satisfying is Let’s Do Organic Heavy Coconut Cream.
it’s thick, creamy, and made with simple, high-quality ingredients- no fillers or gums, which is exactly what you want in a no-bake dessert.
it gives these donuts their soft, fudgy texture and helps the glaze set beautifully once chilled, without becoming icy or hard.
i love using it as a dairy-free alternative because it adds richness and structure while keeping everything plant-based, gluten free, and incredibly indulgent.
substitution options
- protein powder: use plain or vanilla; plant-based or whey both work
- nut butter: almond butter or cashew butter both give great texture
- sprinkles: optional, but fun. you can also skip or use mini chocolate chips
- cinnamon: optional, but adds a cozy holiday vibe
- sweetness: adjust maple syrup in the glaze to taste
if the dough feels too soft, add a tablespoon or two of almond flour. if it’s too thick, add a splash more coconut cream and re-blend.
storage tips
- store donuts in the fridge for a softer, fudgier texture
- store in the freezer for a firmer, frosted-donut feel
- let thaw 5–10 minutes before eating for best texture
these keep beautifully for at least a week in the fridge or a few weeks in the freezer, making them ideal for holiday prep or make-ahead desserts.

if you love No-Bake Sugar Cookie Protein Donuts, then try these other recipes from upbeetandkaleingitblog!
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Gluten-Free Blood Sugar Balancing Protein Biscuits
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No-Bake Sugar Cookie Protein Donuts
Recipe by MaryCourse: Snacks8
servings15
minutes250
kcalAPPROXIMATE MACROS per donut (with glaze):
calories: ~245–255
protein: ~14–15 g
carbs: ~22–24 g
fat: ~12–13 g
fiber: ~4 g
Ingredients
9–10 medjool dates, pitted
3 scoops plain or vanilla protein powder (about 33 g per scoop)
1 cup almond flour
1/4 cup cashew butter or almond butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 cup edward & sons organic coconut cream
1/2 tbsp cinnamon
2 tbsp dairy free milk
1/4 tsp almond extract
3 tbsp christmas sprinklesdairy free glaze
4 oz dairy free cream cheese
1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
1 1/2–2 tbsp maple syrup, to taste
pinch of salt (optional but recommended)
Directions
- add all donut ingredients except sprinkles to a food processor. blend until a thick, smooth, cookie-dough-like mixture forms, scraping down the sides as needed.
- transfer dough to a bowl and gently fold in the sprinkles. lightly grease silicone donut molds with a little coconut oil or spray.
- press the dough firmly into the donut molds, smoothing the tops so they’re even and compact. place the molds in the freezer and freeze for 45 minutes to 1 hour, until completely firm.
- carefully pop the donuts out of the molds once set. whisk together the dairy-free cream cheese, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and salt until smooth. dunk each donut into the glaze or spoon glaze over the tops.
- return donuts to the freezer for 20–30 minutes so the glaze sets. store in the freezer and thaw a bit before eating.


