Description
A delightful breakfast cake that combines pumpkin and spices while packing in protein for a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup protein powder
- 1 cup almond flour
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients: almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and spices.
- In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: pumpkin puree, Greek yogurt, eggs, and honey/maple syrup until smooth.
- Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring just until incorporated. Avoid overmixing for the most tender texture.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top with a spatula.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly before cutting into squares to serve.
Notes
Consider adding chopped nuts, cacao nibs, or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: breakfast, pumpkin, high-protein, cake, healthy, autumn
