Monday, September 05, 2011
Courtney
Recently I purchased a new protein powder which was unflavored. To me, it wasn't unflavored - it had more of a protein taste. I get that it's protein, but I wanted unflavored so instead of throwing away money I figured I'd bake with it. This way if I waste it baking it's not a total waste. I'm so happy I did it! I ended up making pumpkin bread and used honey in place of sugar. I'm not so sure if it's any better than sugar, but I'm not a fan of artificial sweeteners.
I'm pretty impressed and sort of blown away that they turned out delicious on the first try! I can't taste the protein powder thanks to all the delicious flavors of fall packed in. I'm so ready for fall baking, apple picking, and fun activities with the family. I couldn't wait to share these because they are fall in every bite - and healthy!! Definitely worth a try, and I won't mind snacking on one after my workout - success!
Pumpkin Bread Protein Bars
2 Eggs
1/2 Cup Honey
1 Cup Pumpkin
2 Teaspoons Vanilla Extract
1 1/2 Cup Protein Powder, unflavored
1/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour
1/2 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1/4 Teaspoon Baking Powder
1 Teaspoon Pumpkin Spice
1/4 Teaspoon Ground Cloves
1/2 Teaspoon Cinnamon
1/4 Teaspoon Salt
Combine the wet ingredients, and then combine the dry.
Mix them together and pour into a greased 8x8 pan.
Bake at 350 for 25-30 minutes or until just crisp around the edges. Let cool, and then slice into bars.
Now if you're ready to get serious..
Chobani Maple Cream Cheese Frosting
(Make enough to eat within the hour)
1 Part Nonfat Vanilla Chobani
2 Parts Low-Fat Cream Cheese
2-3 Tablespoons Real Maple Syrup
Cinnamon for dusting
Mix together the Chobani, Cream Cheese, and Syrup. Spread evenly onto bars and sprinkle with Cinnamon - Enjoy!
Note: If you prefer a sweeter frosting add a little powdered sugar to the frosting mixture.
Monday, September 05, 2011
Pumpkin Protein Bars
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Courtney Lopez
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Those look absolutely delicious!
ReplyDeleteThese look so good! Love baking pumpkin breads and cakes in the fall. I will add this one to my list!
ReplyDeleteMy mouth is watering, literally. Those look so good!
ReplyDeleteHow interesting! I love trying out baking with different ingredients, but I have never used protein powder in baked goods!
ReplyDeleteI do know that honey is not much better in nutritional value than sugar, but one thing you can try is Agave Nectar. While it is a little higher in calories than sugar....it is more potent, so you can use less for the same sweet factor! Just an idea for next time ;-)
These sound delicious! I never would have thought to cook with protein powder. What a great idea. I'll have to give this recipe a try this Fall!
ReplyDeleteProtein powder does have a flavor and scent to it, doesn't it? I'm all about disguising it in such a delicious way!
ReplyDeleteYum!!!
ReplyDeleteThese look fabulous! I'm starting to crave pumpkin and apples too now that it's almost fall. :)
ReplyDeleteYumm, I'm going to forward this to my boss!
ReplyDeleteThese look and sound really good! Thanks for the recipe!
ReplyDeleteI've never been a huge fan of pumpkin but you make these look so darn good.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE anything with pumpkin. It's so nice to know I can go with my favorite Thanksgiving food and do it healthier.
ReplyDeleteThese looks AMAZING!!
ReplyDeleteWow, what a great way to use a product you were unhappy with. They look delicious.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! These look yummy!
ReplyDeleteI am going to try this recipe, I have a bunch of protein and my husband loves Pumpkin bars!
ReplyDeleteYummy and healthy? You are my hero!
ReplyDeleteLooks yummy! =)
ReplyDeleteThese look really good, I was just thinking about making pumpkin bars, I love the Fall!
ReplyDeleteYummy! These look and sounds so good and nutritious too?
ReplyDeleteThese sound so delicious!
ReplyDeleteWhere did you get the protein powder?
ReplyDeleteI'll be trying this for Thanksgiving. Happy about the protein powder! Will probably use coconut flour instead of all-purpose, though. Would that make it gluten-free?
ReplyDeleteVery good recipe!! I made these last night and handing them out to co workers. Curious in the fat, protein, suger and calories totals?
ReplyDeleteI tried making this! But the inside didnt cook, but the edges were dark. Not sure what I did wrong. Do you use a beater to mix the ingredients?
ReplyDeleteThe icing is so yummy!
Made these again and they turned out perfect! Only thing I had to do is increase cook time. ANd 25 minutes into cooking them I covered them with tinfoil. Probably cooked for 40 min. total!
ReplyDeleteProtein powder is usually made from milk, soy or eggs, I don't see why those would make a good flour & I guess they do :)
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