Description
A delightful Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake that combines rich flavors of cinnamon with a nutritional boost of protein, perfect for guilt-free indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup protein powder
- 1 cup flour
- 1/2 cup sugar or sweetener
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup milk (or milk alternative)
- 1/4 cup olive oil or melted coconut oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the protein powder, flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk together the milk, oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in another bowl until fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Pour the batter into a greased cake pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed warm, can be topped with Greek yogurt or drizzled with honey for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Cinnamon, Protein Cake, Healthy Dessert, Guilt-free, Baking