Description
Indulge in the moist, protein-packed goodness of Protein Pumpkin Bread. This quick and healthy recipe is the ultimate autumn treat, bursting with warm spices and naturally sweetened with pumpkin puree.
Ingredients
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
– 1 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
– 1/2 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 2 large eggs
– 1 cup pumpkin puree
– 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
– 1/4 cup honey
– 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
– 1 scoop (30g) vanilla protein powder
Instructions
1. 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Grease a 9×5 inch loaf pan.
2. 2. In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg.
3. 3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. Then stir in the pumpkin puree, applesauce, honey, and Greek yogurt until well combined.
4. 4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined. Fold in the protein powder.
5. 5. Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and bake for 50-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
6. 6. Allow the bread to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 50
- Category: Bread, Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American