Protein Costco Cinnamon Coffee Cake
A deliciously protein-packed twist on the classic cinnamon coffee cake, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Greek yogurt (or cottage cheese)
- 3 eggs
- 1 cup reduced-fat dairy (milk or almond milk)
- 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or chocolate)
- 1 cup light flour alternative (whole wheat and almond flour or oat flour)
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Mix the Greek yogurt, eggs, and reduced-fat dairy together until smooth.
- Add the protein powder and mix until well combined.
- Incorporate the flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt into the wet ingredients gently.
- Pour half of the batter into a greased 9×13 inch baking pan, then swirl with a cinnamon and sugar mixture.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool for about 10 minutes before slicing.
Notes
Can be served warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sprinkle of powdered sugar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: cake, cinnamon, coffee, protein, breakfast, dessert