Description
Indulge in a nutritious twist on a classic favorite with this delightful Protein Cinnamon Roll Bread Recipe. This moist and fluffy bread is infused with warm cinnamon flavors while packing a protein punch, making it the perfect choice for breakfast or as a satisfying snack. Made without grains and refined sugars, it caters to those seeking healthier alternatives without sacrificing taste. Serve it fresh from the oven or toasted with your favorite spread for an irresistible treat that you can enjoy guilt-free.
Ingredients
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- 3 large eggs
- ⅔ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 2 cups almond flour
- ⅓ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour
- ½ cup coconut sugar
- ½ cup raw walnuts (finely chopped)
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1.5 Tbsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9” x 5” loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix almond flour, chopped walnuts, melted butter, coconut sugar, sea salt, and ground cinnamon to create the cinnamon swirl mixture.
- Whisk together eggs, cottage cheese, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
- In another bowl, stir together almond flour, gluten-free flour, baking powder, and sea salt.
- Combine both mixtures until a thick batter forms.
- Pour half of the batter into the prepared loaf pan; sprinkle half of the cinnamon swirl mixture on top. Repeat with the remaining batter and swirl mixture.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes; remove the foil and bake for an additional 25-30 minutes until done.
- Check doneness with a thermometer; it should read at least 190°F (88°C).
- Cool completely on a wire rack before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (70g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg