Description

This Pumpkin Protein Breakfast Cake is a nutritious, high-protein start to your day, combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and pumpkin spice with the richness of maple syrup and vanilla. Made with gluten-free oat flour and unflavored protein powder, it’s a delicious and wholesome option for a quick, energizing breakfast or snack.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1/2 cup pumpkin puree
2 egg whites
1 whole egg
1 tsp vanilla extract
2 tsp maple syrup
1 scoop unflavored protein powder
2 tbsp gluten free oat flour
1 tsp grain free baking powder
1 tsp pumpkin spice

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and generously grease a 7×5.25 inch baking dish to prevent sticking during baking.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, whole egg, egg whites, vanilla extract, and maple syrup until smooth and fully combined.
Combine Dry Ingredients: Add the unflavored protein powder, gluten free oat flour, grain free baking powder, and pumpkin spice to the wet mixture. Gently fold all ingredients together until you achieve a uniform batter.
Pour and Bake: Transfer the batter into the greased baking dish, then place it in the preheated oven. Bake for about 25 minutes or until the center of the cake is set and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
Cool and Serve: Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the cake to cool before slicing. Serve topped with extra maple syrup, yogurt, or sliced banana for added flavor and texture.

Notes

You can adjust the maple syrup quantity to your preferred sweetness or replace it with honey or another natural sweetener.
Use gluten free oat flour to keep the recipe gluten free, or substitute with regular oat flour if preferred.
Ensure the baking dish is well greased to make removing the cake easier once baked.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
This cake can be reheated gently in the microwave or oven before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: pumpkin protein cake, gluten free breakfast, healthy pumpkin recipe, high protein breakfast, pumpkin spice cake