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Mini {Low-Fat} Doughnuts

Not only are these mini doughnuts low-fat, but they’re pretty darn adorable! The secret to making them low-fat is baking them. Plus, they’re bite-size…aka guilt-free! Let’s make some mini doughnuts! Chocolate Cake Mini Doughnuts You’ll need: 1 cup all-purpose flour ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder ½ teaspoon baking soda ¼ teaspoon salt ½ cup low-fat buttermilk ½ cup packed brown sugar 1 egg 4 teaspoons unsalted butter, melted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Instructions: 1)       Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees. Spray mini doughnut pan with non-stick cooking spray. 2)       In a large bowl, whisk flour, cocoa, baking soda & salt. In small bowl, whisk buttermilk, sugar, egg, butter & vanilla until smooth. Add milk mixture to flour mixture; whisk until blended & smooth. 3)       Spoon batter into a large zip-lock bag. Cut off a corner & squeeze batter into each doughnut cup, about 1/3 full. Tap pan on counter to evenly

Red Velvet Pancakes

A fun take on the Southern classic cake, these red velvet pancakes are so fluffy & so yummy! They have the light chocolate flavor of the cake, right down to a cream cheese glaze. They're the perfect indulgence for a special breakfast, brunch or just about anytime! Let's make some pancakes!   You'll need: 1 cup all purpose flour 3 teaspoons baking powder ½ teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder 1 egg, beaten ¾ cup buttermilk ½ teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoon butter, melted 4 teaspoons red food coloring Cream Cheese Glaze 2 oz cream cheese, softened ¾ cup powdered sugar 2 tablespoons milk ½ teaspoon vanilla extract powdered sugar, garnish Directions: For Pancakes:   1. In a large bowl, sift together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar, & cocoa powder. 2. Add in egg, buttermilk, butter, vanilla extract, & red food coloring. 3. Stir it up gently until combined. The batter should