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High Protein Zucchini Cake


  • Author: annamuller
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie, High-Protein

Description

A delicious high-protein zucchini cake that’s a great healthy snack option.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 330 g Zucchini
  • 250 g Flour
  • 60 g Protein powder (vanilla or cream)
  • 50 g Erythritol (sugar substitute)
  • 100 g Skyr
  • 3 Eggs
  • Vanilla flavoring (as needed)
  • 0.5 packet Baking powder
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
  2. Grate the zucchini finely and place in a sieve to drain some juice.
  3. Combine the remaining ingredients in a large mixing bowl.
  4. Mix everything until a smooth batter forms.
  5. Pour the mixture into a lightly greased loaf pan.
  6. Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until done.
  7. Prepare the frosting while the cake cools.
  8. Glaze the cake evenly after it has completely cooled.

Notes

Store in the refrigerator for longer freshness. This cake is meal prep-friendly and can be customized with nuts or dried fruits.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Healthy

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 60mg

Keywords: zucchini cake, high protein cake, healthy dessert, gluten-free cake, low-calorie snack