Birthday party? Family celebration? Holidays? Special event?
Break out the protein cupcakes.
Yes, these are real, high-protein cupcakes. That's not a typo and not a gimmick.
Each cupcake provides 13g of protein with only 119 calories, making them a smarter option than traditional cupcakes. So, when you want something sweet that still aligns with your nutrition goals ... These high-protein cupcakes are the way to go.
To be clear, I’m not suggesting these replace your normal protein sources. Whole foods paired with quality carbohydrates should always be the foundation of your diet. But when the situation calls for dessert, these high-protein cupcakes are a better option than the standard sugar-loaded alternative.
If you’ve got kids? This may be one way to help introduce more protein into their day without a fight.
However you use them, I think you’re going to enjoy this protein cupcake recipe.
Let’s get into it!
Protein Birthday Cupcakes
Servings: 12 (1 Cupcake = 1 Serving)
Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Bake Time: 15-18 Minutes
Ingredients:
Cupcakes:
1 Cup Liquid Egg Whites
4 Tsp Coconut Oil
1/2 Cup Non-Fat Vanilla Greek Yogurt
3 Scoops Level-1 Birthday Cake
1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
1/2 Cup Sugar Alternative
1/4 Cup Flour
1 Tsp Baking Powder
Icing:
8 oz Low-Fat Cream Cheese
1/2 Cup Non-Fat Vanilla Greek Yogurt
1 Scoop Level-1 Birthday Cake
1 Tsp Vanilla Extract
Optional:
1/4 Cup Sprinkles
Directions:
For this recipe, you’ll need:
- 12 Cup Muffin Pan
- Medium Mixing Bowl x 2
- Whisk
- Piping Bag (Or Zip-Top Bag)
- Non-Stick Cooking Spray
1. Preheat the oven to 325℉ and set it aside while you prepare the batter and icing.
2. Start by making the icing. In a mixing bowl, add the low-fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and free of lumps.
3. Next, add the Level-1 protein powder and vanilla extract to the bowl. Continue mixing until fully combined and the icing has a thick, uniform consistency.
4. Place the icing in the refrigerator to chill and set while you prepare the cupcakes.
5. In a separate mixing bowl, combine the egg whites, coconut oil, and non-fat Greek yogurt. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
6. Add the remaining cupcake ingredients to the bowl with the egg mixture. Mix until a thick, smooth batter forms, making sure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
7. Lightly spray a cupcake or muffin pan with non-stick spray. Divide the batter evenly between 12 cupcake cups.
8. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of a cupcake comes out clean.
9. Once baked, remove the cupcakes from the oven and allow them to cool for 10–15 minutes.
10. Transfer the icing to a piping bag or zip-top bag and apply evenly to each cupcake.
11. Enjoy!
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Macros Per Serving
Calories: 119
Protein: 13g
Carbs: 13g
Fat: 5g
Why These Protein Cupcakes Work
Most cupcakes are built around refined sugar while offering little to no protein. These healthy protein cupcakes use egg whites, Greek yogurt, and Level-1 protein powder to help increase protein content while keeping calories reasonable.
No, they're not meant for everyday use. But when you want a dessert that better fits into a balanced nutrition plan, this recipe makes a lot more sense than traditional cupcakes.
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