Description
Easy Baked Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake Recipe
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of your choice)
- 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Cinnamon Swirl:
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to combine.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the batter.
- Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon swirl layer and spread it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon swirl mixture on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- Cut into squares and enjoy warm or at room temperature. It can be served plain or with a drizzle of yogurt or additional honey.
Notes
- This cake can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- It can be frozen for longer storage.
- Try adding nuts or dried fruit for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
