Vanilla Protein Cake Recipe
The Vanilla Protein Cake Recipe is a soft, moist, and protein-packed dessert ideal for a healthy lifestyle. Made with protein powder, Greek yogurt, almond meal, and lightly sweetened with coconut sugar and erythritol, it delivers rich vanilla flavor without refined sugar. Quick to prepare and bake, it supports muscle recovery and satisfies sweet cravings guilt free, making it a nutritious treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls (medium and large)
- Electric hand mixer or whisk
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- 8-inch round cake pan
- Parchment paper
- Cooling rack
Ingredients
For The Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all purpose flour
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk or milk of choice
- ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
- ½ cup unsweetened applesauce or ¼ cup coconut oil / vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup coconut sugar or other granular sweetener
- 50 g erythritol or xylitol, adjust to taste
- 60 g coconut flour
- 30 g ground almonds almond meal
- Optional: up to ¼ cup water to adjust batter consistency
For The Optional Frosting:
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 150 g low fat cream cheese 0.2%–5% fat
- 40 g powdered erythritol or powdered sugar
- ⅛ teaspoon vanilla pulp or a few drops vanilla flavoring
Instructions
Step 1 – Preheat And Prepare The Pan
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line your cake pan with parchment paper or lightly coat it with oil or butter to prevent sticking.
Step 2 – Mix The Dry Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, coconut flour, baking powder, salt, vanilla protein powder, and ground almonds until everything is well combined.
Step 3 – Prepare The Wet Ingredients
- In another bowl, beat together eggs, Greek yogurt, applesauce (or oil), vanilla extract, and almond milk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 4 – Combine Everything
- Slowly add the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, stirring gently until just blended. Add coconut sugar and erythritol, then mix again. If the batter looks too thick, stir in a little water or milk until it becomes smooth and pourable.
Step 5 – Bake The Cake
- Pour the batter into your prepared pan and spread it evenly with a spatula. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Step 6 – Cool Completely
- Take the cake out of the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then move it to a wire rack and allow it to cool completely before adding frosting.
Step 7 – Make The Frosting (Optional)
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, protein powder, cream cheese, powdered erythritol, and vanilla until the frosting is smooth and creamy. Spread it evenly over the cooled cake and chill for 20 minutes before serving for the best texture.