Description

This Easy Baked Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake is perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon treat. It's a delicious, moist cake infused with vanilla and cinnamon, and packed with protein to keep you full and focused.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups All-Purpose Flour
2 scoops Vanilla or Unflavored Protein Powder
½ cup Granulated Sugar
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
½ teaspoon Baking Soda
¼ teaspoon Salt
1 cup Milk
½ cup Plain Yogurt
¼ cup Vegetable Oil
1 large Egg
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for Cinnamon Swirl
1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamo

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Instructions

Prepare Your Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease and flour a 9×13 inch baking pa
Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, protein powder, granulated sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt
Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together milk, yogurt, vegetable oil, egg, and vanilla extract
Combine Wet and Dry: Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined
Create the Cinnamon Swirl: Mix 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar and 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon in a small bowl
Assemble the Swirl: Pour half of the cake batter into the pan, sprinkle half of the cinnamon sugar mixture, then dollop the remaining batter on top
Swirl It Up: Sprinkle with the remaining cinnamon sugar, then swirl with a knife to create ribbons
Bake the Cake: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clea
Cool and Serve: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving

Notes

Use room temperature ingredients for best results.

If using protein powder, ensure it doesn't overly dry the cake by choosing a good quality brand.

Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 220-250 kcal
Sugar: 15-20g
Sodium: 200-250mg
Fat: 7-9g
Saturated Fat: 1-2g
Unsaturated Fat: N/A
Trans Fat: N/A
Carbohydrates: 30-35g
Fiber: 1-2g
Protein: 12-15g
Cholesterol: N/A