Description
A delicious and healthy dessert that’s packed with protein, perfect for fitness enthusiasts and chocolate lovers alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup protein powder
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup natural sweetener (like honey or maple syrup)
- 4 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease the cake pan with cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, combine protein powder, almond flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy, then add natural sweetener, almond milk, and vanilla extract; mix until combined.
- Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until smooth.
- Transfer the batter into the prepared cake pan, spreading evenly.
- Bake in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
- Let the cake cool for a few minutes in the pan, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve with toppings like fresh fruits, nuts, or a drizzle of chocolate sauce, or enjoy warm or cold.
Notes
For better results, measure ingredients accurately and use room temperature eggs. Avoid overmixing the batter.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 150mg