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Easy Protein Gingerbread

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 pieces
Calories 250
A quick and healthy gingerbread treat packed with protein, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings guilt-free.

Ingredients

Dairy and sweeteners

  • 0.25 cup butter
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce (for convenience: a 4-oz, single-serve tub)
  • 0.25 cup molasses
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground ginger
  • 0.5 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 0.5 tsp ground allspice
  • 0.75 tsp baking soda
  • 0.25 tsp salt

Protein

  • 1 cup vanilla protein powder (tested with whey and plant-based)

Flour

  • 0.67 cup all-purpose flour or gf baking blend

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350F (175C).
  • Warm butter and applesauce in microwave for 1 minute.
  • Add molasses and stir; whisk in egg.
  • Mix in spices, baking soda, salt, protein powder, and flour to form batter.
  • Pour into a sprayed skillet or pan; bake 18-20 mins until toothpick comes out clean.
  • Serve warm; store leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

For best results, use fresh spices and high-quality protein powder.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $8
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Gingerbread, healthy, Protein