Apple Spice Protein Cake
Courtesy of Rocky Mountain Baking
Apples. Cinnamon. Protein. Cake. Need I say more? This delicious low-carb apple cake is guaranteed to please even the pickiest of eaters.
Ingredient List
- 2 3/4 Cup Finely Ground Almond Flour
- 1/2 Cup Vanilla Mölk
- 1/2 Cup Monkfruit/Erythritol Blend
- 2 Teaspoons Baking Powder
- 1/2 Teaspoon Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon
- 1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg
- 3 Large Eggs
- 1/2 Cup Butter (Melted)
- 1/3 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/2 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 Teaspoon Apple Flavoring
- 1/4 Cup of Diced Apples ( If you are very sensitive to sugars or really watching your carb count, you can leave these out and can still enjoy this delicious apple-flavored cake!)
For The Topping
- 1/4 Cup Chopped Pecans
- 1 1/2 Teaspoons Cinnamon
- 2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar Substitute
How to Make Apple Spice Protein Cake
One of the many great things about this apple spice protein cake is, it is very easy to make! While there may be several ingredients, it’s definitely not rocket science and even the newest of bakers can make this low carb cake without a hitch!
Begin by preheating your oven to 350 Fahrenheit. Next grease an 8-inch square pan with either an olive oil or avocado oil cooking spray.
Add all of your dry ingredients (almond flour, protein powder, sweetener, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg) into a large mixing bowl. Using either a fork or a whisk mix the ingredients together until everything has been evenly distributed.
Next, add your eggs, melted butter, almond milk, vanilla, and apple flavoring to the mixture. Whisk together, until you have a nice smooth batter and everything has been well incorporated.
Grab a small apple of your choice, and cut it into quarters. Using a knife carefully remove the core from each quarter, then dice it into small pieces, leaving the peel on. Once you have diced your apple, stir it into the batter until evenly distributed.
Once your batter has been mixed, and the apples have been added in, it’s time to make your streusel topping. In a small bowl combine your chopped pecans, brown sugar substitute, and cinnamon. Using a fork or whisk mix until everything has been evenly combined.
Pour your cake batter into your prepared pan and use a spatula to spread it evenly in the pan.
Sprinkle the streusel topping over the cake batter and bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the edges have begun to brown and the middle no longer jiggles when lightly shaken.
Pull your cake out of the oven, and let it cool completely before cutting and serving.
Cut the cake into nine equal slices, and enjoy!
For a real treat warm your cake slightly in the microwave and serve with a dollop of home made, sugar free, whipped cream! I had this life changing idea one morning, and this is how I have eaten almost every piece since!