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Moist Protein Carrot Cake

FALL DESSERT: Moist Protein Carrot Cake


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  • Author: Gianna Poulef
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 8 slices 1x

Description

A moist, gluten-free protein carrot cake that’s low-calorie, high in protein, and full of fall flavor.


Ingredients

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1 cup oat flour

1 scoop vanilla protein powder

1 teaspoon baking powder

½ teaspoon cinnamon

½ teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

2 eggs

¼ cup unsweetened applesauce

¼ cup Greek yogurt

¼ cup maple syrup

1 cup grated carrots

1 teaspoon vanilla extract


Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8-inch pan.

2. Mix dry ingredients in one bowl.

3. Whisk wet ingredients in another.

4. Combine wet and dry, then fold in carrots.

5. Pour into pan and bake 25–30 minutes.

6. Cool before serving.

Notes

Top with cream cheese frosting or a protein glaze.

Store refrigerated up to 5 days or freeze for 2 months.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 80mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg