Who doesn’t love cake for breakfast, right?
Well, this protein pumpkin cake is amazing.
It has a very dense and very moist consistency, making it nice and filling. It has just the slightest hint of sweetness which comes in part from the diced apples that are inside.
When I counted up the nutritional facts for this recipe on SparkRecipes, I portioned it into 9 servings. However, you could easily be much more generous.
Take a look at the facts:
Check out that protein! It’s definitely a must-try!
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Protein Pumpkin Breakfast Cake
Makes 9 servings
Ingredients:
- 1.5 cups liquid egg whites
- 1 can pumpkin
- 1/3 cup light coconut milk
- 2 packets Truvia
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 1 scoop vanilla whey protein powder
- 2-2/3 cups slow cook oats
- 1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 medium apple, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp pecan pieces
Directions:
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Mix all ingredients in blender except apple and nuts. Fold in apple.
Spray a 9×9 pan with non-stick cooking spray. Pour mixture evenly in pan and sprinkle with nuts on top.
Bake 50 minutes or until center of cake is dry. ENJOY!
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I highly recommend enjoying your cake by popping it into the microwave for 20 seconds to get it warm, then top it off with a little Greek yogurt, some banana slices, a sprinkle of cinnamon, and a drizzle of maple syrup.
I’m sure peanut butter would be just as fantastic….but either way, it’ll rock your socks!
Charlie says
That cake looks sooo yummy! And a little maple syrup always makes me happy :).
Amanda- The Nutritionist Reviews says
That looks amazing!! I can’t wait to make it.
Grace says
It looks so amazing…and similar to a dessert I had once called pumpkin cloud.
Lauren @ Hungry Dancer says
Who wouldn’t want cake for breakfast?!?! I want!!
Katy (The Singing Runner) says
Yes I will be making this ASAP! :D
andi says
oh my gosh, yum! can’t wait to try that!
Autumn @ Good Eats Girl says
Looks amazing and what a great way to incorporate some protein!
CaSaundra says
You’ve just made my day–cake for breakfast?! I am all over that idea. Plus I had a ton of canned pumpkin I still need to use up!
Liz @ IHeartVegetables says
that looks so good!!! I wonder if I could make a single or double serving. I don’t know if it would still work, but I it looks SO good that I think I’ll have to try it!
Liz @ IHeartVegetables says
P.S. I’m officially a subscriber! I just love your blog!
Courtney says
Thanks, Liz! :)
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers says
this sounds FANTASTIC!!! and your pics of it are stunning. i love birthday cake for breakfast but THIS actually looks like it has some serious staying power w/ all that protein AND fiber! thanks for posting this, courtney!
Kelsey, at Happyolks says
Um, yes please? HEAVENLY. I LOVE pumpkin. I put it in everything, seriously!
Leslie says
Delish! I just made this cake and it exceeded my expectations. Filled with protein, but tastes like an amazing dessert! My boyfriend thought I was feeding him cake for breakfast :)
Karli says
Hi! I want to try this recipe, but I have a
question: What size can of pumpkin- 15 oz.?
Thanks!!! Looks so YUMMY!
Courtney says
Yup!
Angel says
This cake looks sooo DELISH!!! I must try it SOON :)))
Lynne says
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