Banana Protein Breakfast Cake
This banana protein breakfast cake is the ultimate sweet breakfast! Protein-packed but without cottage cheese, totally gluten-free, and incredibly yummy.
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Why you’ll love this banana protein breakfast cake
After my pumpkin protein breakfast cake totally went viral on social media, I knew I had to make a banana version! Banana is a very polarizing fruit, a lot of people love it, and others think it’s too overpowering. But trust me, this recipe is absolutely incredible!
It’s basically like a cross between a baked pancake and a banana bread, but with nearly 40 G of protein!
Here’s why you’ll love it…
- Gluten & dairy free! This recipe is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it the perfect allergen-friendly breakfast if you’re looking for more GF and DF options.
- No cottage cheese. Cottage cheese is the protein it girl on the internet, and it’s so hard to find high-protein recipes without it. My blog is a cottage cheese-free zone, and this recipe is no different!
- Perfect for meal prep. I love making this recipe ahead of time and saving it for the next day!
Ingredients for Banana Protein Breakfast Cake
See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.
| Ingredient | What it does | Potential swap |
| Banana | This is the main ingredient for the banana bread flavor. | I wouldn’t recommend swapping! |
| Egg and Egg Whites | These are the main binder and a source of protein. | I wouldn’t recommend substituting! |
| Unflavored Protein Powder | I like to use a dairy free, unflavored protein powder. | You should be able to swap out other protein powders. |
| Oat Flour | This helps act as a binder. Be sure to use a gluten-free oat flour! | I haven’t tried to swap this, but almond flour would be the next best option. |
| Grain-Free Baking Powder | This helps the cake rise. I like to use a grain-free baking powder! | You can make a homemade baking powder. |
| Maple syrup | This adds a hint of sweetness | Honey |
| Dairy-Free Mini Chocolate Chips | I like to use dairy-free mini chocolate chips for an extra hint of sweetness! | You can omit these if you prefer. |
How to Make Banana Protein Breakfast Cake
Here are the simple steps, with photos, to make this recipe. Find full instructions in the recipe card.
Step one. Blend the banana, egg, egg whites, vanilla and maple syrup until smooth.
Step two. Add the protein powder, baking powder, oat flour and cinnamon. Blend until until a smooth batter forms.
Step three. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and add mini chocolate chips on top (if using).
Step four. Bake for 23-25 minutes or until the cake is set in the center. Remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving topped with flakey salt!
Michelle’s Tips and Tricks
- Blend, don’t mash or whisk. The problem with banana baked goods or banana pancakes is that they can get too chunky. Blending this batter is the key to making it a smooth cake, and don’t get whole banana chunks. I use an immersion blender, but you can also use a regular blender.
- Try to make muffins instead of a cake. If you don’t have the right-sized dish, you can try baking this in a muffin tin instead. Keep in mind it won’t rise like a muffin, and you’ll have to watch to adjust the cooking time.
Recipe FAQS
I know it looks big, but this recipe is made in a small dish, not a whole casserole dish! Still, this recipe is a large serving, but remember… serving size is subjective. You can easily split it up into two servings. I like to split it up with my son, and eat something else like bacon or sausage on the side!
The eggs are the main binder and a source of protein. I wouldn’t recommend making this same recipe with a flax egg.
Other Gluten-Free Breakfast Recipes…
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Banana Protein Breakfast Cake
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Ingredients
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 2 egg whites
- 1 whole egg
- ¾ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp maple syrup , see notes
- 1 scoop unflavored protein powder, I use a dairy free powder, but you can also use a whey protein powder if you tolerate dairy
- 2 tbsp gluten free oat flour
- 1 tsp grain free baking powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1-2 tsp dairy free mini chocolate chips, optional
- Flaky salt , to serve
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 F and grease a 7×5.25" baking dish well (I use this set).
- Using a tall measuring cup, add the banana, egg, egg whites, vanilla and maple syrup. Use an immersion blender to blend well until smooth. Alternatively, you can also use a blender.
- Add the protein powder, baking powder, oat flour and cinnamon. Blend until until a smooth batter forms.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and add mini chocolate chips on top (if using).
- Transfer to the oven. Bake for 23-25 minutes or until the cake is set in the center.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool before serving topped with flaky salt!
