This recipe started one morning as I was about to make my zucchini protein waffles (which I routinely turn into pancakes) and couldn’t bear the thought of standing in front of the stove for thirty minutes. Ergo, I decided to make a protein cake instead! Basically, we substitute protein powder for flour. I threw my leftover veggies into the batter, baked it along with the salmon I was meal prepping, and called it a day. I think I actually prefer this to the pancakes I was making, because it’s easier to slice into equal pieces during meal prep. I need about 30 grams of protein at each meal (four times a day), so this recipe gives me six meals worth (breakfast for the week!).
This recipe is easy to tweak with whatever fruit and vegetables you have lying around that need used. I plan to make a pumpkin version of this later this week in preparation for Thanksgiving! A simple powder sugar and milk frosting would make it a yummy dessert. To make this vegan, sub the egg whites for 2 tablespoon of chia seeds and 6 tablespoons of water (mixed).
You could also add nuts, seeds, berries, shredded coconut, or dried fruits to mix up the texture and flavors. I used the Naked Nutrition protein powder in this recipe (flavorless and high quality), but feel free to use whatever protein powder and flavor you would like. I could see this tasting great with a vanilla powder! Finally, recall that whey protein powders need much less liquid, so adjust as needed.
Protein Breakfast Cake
6 servings
Ingredients:
5 servings protein powder (150 g)
120g egg whites (about 4 egg whites)
1 zucchini, shredded
6-8 baby carrots, shredded
1 apple, shredded
1 1/2 Tbsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon
2 Tbsp sugar substitute (I like monk fruit)
Directions: Preheat oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Grease a 11 x 7 pan.
Combine all ingredients and pour into pan.
Bake for 40 minutes or until sides are golden and a toothpick comes out of the center clean.
Nutrition facts:
Calories 166
Fat 1g
Carbs 10.6
Protein 28g
Did you make this recipe? Have any great, quick breakfast recipes? Tell me below!
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