Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake Recipe
This Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake is a healthy, easy-to-make treat packed with vanilla protein and aromatic cinnamon. Perfect for a post-workout snack or a nutritious dessert, this moist and flavorful cake combines oats, egg whites, and a touch of stevia for natural sweetness, baked to perfection with a beautiful cinnamon swirl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 1 small cake (serves 2) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- ½ cup oats
- 2 scoops vanilla protein powder (2 ounces)
- 1 teaspoon Stevia
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 2 egg whites (2 ounces or 6 tablespoons)
- ⅔ cup water
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 390°F (200°C) and allow it to fully preheat while preparing the batter.
- Blend the batter: Combine the oats, egg whites, water, vanilla protein powder, stevia, and baking powder in a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth with a consistency similar to thick pancake batter.
- Pour first layer: Grease a small nonstick pan approximately 4.5 inches across. Pour half of the batter into the pan evenly.
- Add cinnamon layer: Sprinkle the tablespoon of cinnamon evenly over the batter in the pan.
- Top with remaining batter: Pour the remaining batter gently on top of the cinnamon layer.
- Create the swirl: Use a knife to gently pull through the batter a few times to create a slight swirl effect mixing the cinnamon with the batter.
- Bake the cake: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 12 minutes until the cake is set and lightly golden on top.
- Cool and serve: Remove the cake and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving to allow flavors to settle.
Notes
- Use a nonstick pan or grease the pan well to prevent sticking.
- For extra sweetness, adjust Stevia to taste or add a drizzle of honey after baking.
- Ensure not to overblend the oats to maintain some texture in the cake.
- Check for doneness by inserting a toothpick – it should come out mostly clean.
- Best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
Keywords: Cinnamon Swirl, Protein Cake, Healthy Cake, Low Fat Dessert, Protein Dessert, Easy Cake Recipe, Vanilla Protein, High Protein Snack
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