Description

This decadent, yet healthy Chocolate Protein Cake is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while fueling your body. Packed with protein and made with clean ingredients, it’s the ideal post-workout snack or dessert.

Ingredients

1 cup almond flour

1/4 cup cocoa powder

1/2 cup chocolate protein powder

1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

3 large eggs

1/4 cup maple syrup or honey

1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 6-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.
In a medium bowl, combine the almond flour, cocoa powder, chocolate protein powder, baking powder, and sea salt.
In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, maple syrup (or honey), almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. If desired, fold in the dark chocolate chips.
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Slice and enjoy! You can enjoy it as is, or top with additional chocolate chips or a dollop of whipped coconut cream.

Notes

You can substitute maple syrup with honey if preferred.
Dark chocolate chips are optional but add extra flavor.
This recipe is grain-free and gluten-free.
Perfect for post-workout or as a dessert.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of the cake)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 55mg