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Baked Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake

Baked Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake

190kcal
Prep 10 minutes
Cook 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total 50 minutes
Delight in this Baked Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake, a perfect blend of indulgence and nutrition.
Servings 9 slices
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American

Ingredients

For the Cake
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 scoop protein powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 3 large eggs large
  • 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Cinnamon Swirl
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 2 tsp cinnamon

Equipment

  • 8×8-inch baking dish
  • mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir well.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, almond milk, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix gently until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar and cinnamon for the swirl.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
  7. Sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture over the first layer of batter.
  8. Pour the remaining batter over the cinnamon swirl layer, spreading it evenly.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining cinnamon swirl mixture on top of the last layer of batter.
  10. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  11. Allow the cake to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before slicing.
  12. Cut the cake into squares and enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving1sliceCalories190kcalCarbohydrates30gProtein8gFat4gSaturated Fat0.5gMonounsaturated Fat1gCholesterol60mgSodium150mgPotassium180mgFiber3gSugar10gVitamin A5IUVitamin C1mgCalcium10mgIron6mg

Notes

Optional: Serve with a drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.

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