This Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Cake brings the chocolate and peanut butter flavor combo into a super-simple cake! Just mix the 5 ingredients, and bake!
And if you enjoy this recipe, check out our banana peanut butter protein shake recipe! It's great with chocolate protein powder, too.
Recipe
Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Cake
Easy, delicious recipe for gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Snack Cake. Perfect for a protein snack or high protein breakfast! Makes 4 servings (made in a loaf pan).
Ingredients
- ½ cup chocolate whey protein powder 51g
- ½ cup powdered peanut butter 56g
- ½ teaspoon baking powder 2.5ml
- 2 large egg whites 66g
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce 56g
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325F (163C).
- Line a loaf pan (or one similarly sized) with parchment paper, and set aside.
- Mix ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into pan and bake for about 20 minutes, until firm and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool, and enjoy!
Notes
A note about substitutions: because each type of protein powder has a distinct flavor and texture when baked, I would not try substituting different types of protein powders in this recipe.
Nutrition
Serving: 1/4 recipe | Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 3g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g
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Andréa Marchese says
Yes! Although you might want to add a touch of water to make the banana mash similar in texture to applesauce.
KB says
Hi there, can you substitute the apple sauce for mashed banana?