I’ve been on this healthier-me quest for almost five years now, but I only recently tumbled to the miracle that is the Chocolate Protein Cake (and some people say Pinterest is just a big time suck).
When I think of how many mornings I could have had chocolate cake for breakfast…well, it doesn’t help to dwell on the past.
Instead I’ll pass along my version of the Chocolate Protein Cake, only slightly adapted from the one I found on Foods of April , just in case I’m not the only one on the planet who’s late to the protein cake party.
Ingredients:
15 grams protein powder (This is one scoop of GNC unsweetened soy protein isolate; your powder & scoop size may vary.)
1 tbsp 100% cocoa powder (I use dark chocolate–swoon)
1/4 tsp baking powder
2 packets stevia (or sweetener of choice–it does need it if you’re using unsweetened protein powder. Trust me.)
1 tbsp pure pumpkin or applesauce
3 tbsp. Egg Beaters Whites
dash of cinnamon
drop or two vanilla
Stir it all together in a microwaveable mug or small bowl and zap it for 60-70 seconds, depending on your microwave.
Then carefully, because it’s H-O-T!, remove it from the microwave and loosen the edges with a knife or spoon before upending the cup and plopping the cake onto your plate or, um, your paper towel/aluminum foil if you’re cooking to go.
Don’t worry if it looks a little, ahem, ugly, it’s CAKE.
In addition to its yummiliciousness, what makes this cake such a perfect start to the morning is that it’s packed with protein (almost 20g!) and has only 115 calories with the brands I use.
This means that you can “frost” it with a healthy scoop of Greek yogurt, some chia seed pudding, or a tablespoon (or two) of nut butter without breaking the calorie bank. Cake for breakfast can be healthy. Who knew?!
Cammy hopped off the diet-go-round five years ago and never went back. Instead, she focused on making small, sustainable changes over time, found joy (and cupcakes) in small victories, and lost 100 pounds along the way. She blogs at The Tippy Toe Diet and Serentipity.
Kek says
February 16, 2012 at 3:27 amOMG. I just made this and it’s amazing! Thanks Cammy and Carla! 🙂
Cammy@TippyToeDiet says
February 16, 2012 at 5:39 pmWhew! Glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Barbara says
February 16, 2012 at 6:22 amLove this idea. Good nutrition and handy dandy portion control all at once.
Jody - Fit at 54 says
February 16, 2012 at 7:02 amI am there!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! YUM! Thx Cammy!!! AND, Carla for having her AND Egg Beaters! 🙂
Brenda says
February 16, 2012 at 9:53 amObsessing about food is called an eating disorder!
Dawn says
February 16, 2012 at 9:55 amCan’t wait to give this a try 🙂
Kris @Krazy_Kris says
February 16, 2012 at 10:24 amoh wow…
Roz@weightingfor50 says
February 16, 2012 at 11:19 amLooks great Cammy!!! Thanks! See you over at your blog. And Miz, thanks for putting Cammy on here!! Hope you both have a great day.
Holly L. says
February 16, 2012 at 12:17 pmWow – that sounds WAY better than what I’ve been eating for breakfast…
Kristin says
February 16, 2012 at 1:40 pmSince I’m not a fan of Egg Beaters, can one just use a whole egg rather than the whites? This sounds like a great way to have a sweet treat cheat on a Primal diet.
Cammy@TippyToeDiet says
February 16, 2012 at 5:42 pmI’m not sure, Kristin, but it would certainly be worth a try. When I sub egg whites for whole eggs, I usually use 2 whites for each egg. This would mean you’d use half an egg if you followed this recipe *exactly*. But, you know, there’s something to be said for being daring. I say try it with the whole entire egg! 🙂 (I’ll be stepping out on the wild side next week and trying it.)
Karen@WaistingTime says
February 16, 2012 at 5:18 pmHi, Cammy!!! Yum. I love something that I can make in a portion for one:)
AnnG says
February 16, 2012 at 8:18 pmLooks and sounds really yummy! Thanks for sharing!
Yum Yucky says
February 16, 2012 at 8:41 pm“cake” is my native language! oh wait. protein. Yesss. It must have the proteins in it. Sorry. I lost my farcking mind for a sec with all this cake talk.
Jess @ Blonde Ponytail says
February 17, 2012 at 12:00 pmI tried this last night and LOVE it! Holy healthy option for my sweet tooth!!!
Will says
February 19, 2012 at 4:45 amAnd thank you for this recipe!!
joy says
February 20, 2012 at 12:48 pmSounds yummy!
Keep focused!!!!
Kelly@Fitness-America says
February 22, 2012 at 11:09 amWOW! I am definitely going to have to try this. As a choco-holic I experience cravings for the sweet snack at all times of day, even right when I get out of bed. Although I used to down two chocolate chip Eggo waffles in the morning before school when I was younger, that no longer fits into my health plan. This sounds like an amazing recipe to power you up in the morning in a yummy way! I’m going to have to explore pinterest for more recipes like this.
Ar? Sütü says
February 25, 2012 at 2:13 amHi, Cammy!!! Yum. I love something that I can make in a portion for one:)
Bonnie says
March 22, 2012 at 3:03 pmI used plain whey protein powder for mine, it definitely needed more sweetener and cocoa, but those are easy adjustments. great easy chocolate craving snack. might add a little more pumpkin too for a less eggy texture