Moist, nutty, protein-packed β with a chewy bite from juicy dried fruits!
This loaf is cozy enough for tea time, festive enough for holidays, and healthy enough to enjoy guilt-free. πͺ
π Ingredients (1 loaf = ~8 slices)
Dry Ingredients:
- 1 Β½ cups almond flour (protein-rich!)
- Β½ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 1 tsp baking powder
- Β½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Wet Ingredients:
- 3 large eggs π₯
- ΒΌ cup melted coconut oil or butter π§
- ΒΌ cup honey or sugar-free maple syrup π―
- Β½ tsp vanilla extract
Fruits & Nuts:
- Β½ cup chopped almonds (plus extra for topping)
- Β½ cup mixed dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, chopped dates) Tip: Soak in warm water or tea for 10 mins to soften
π©βπ³ Instructions
1οΈβ£ Prep the Oven
Preheat to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Line a loaf pan or glass dish with parchment paper.
2οΈβ£ Mix the Dry Stuff
In a large bowl, whisk together: almond flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3οΈβ£ Whisk the Wet Stuff
In another bowl, beat the eggs. Add in melted oil/butter, honey/syrup, and vanilla.
4οΈβ£ Combine
Pour wet ingredients into dry and stir until well-mixed. Gently fold in chopped almonds and dried fruits.
5οΈβ£ Pour & Top
Transfer the batter to the prepared loaf pan. Sprinkle with extra chopped almonds on top. Press lightly so they stick.
6οΈβ£ Bake
Bake for 35β40 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
7οΈβ£ Cool & Slice
Let it cool at least 10β15 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or store in fridge up to 5 days.
π’ Macros (per slice, approx.)
Based on 8 slices:
- Calories: ~210
- Protein: ~10β12g
- Carbs: ~12g (depends on dried fruit used)
- Fat: ~14g
- Sugar: ~6g (lower if sugar-free syrup used)