🍞🍒 Cranberry Loaf (High-Protein Version)
A soft, moist, slightly tart loaf that’s loaded with protein — perfect for breakfast, snacks, or meal prep, Abrar.
🛒 Ingredients (Makes 12 slices)
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1 cup whole wheat flour
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½ cup oat flour
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½ cup vanilla or unflavored whey protein
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
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2 large eggs
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¾ cup nonfat Greek yogurt
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½ cup unsweetened applesauce (replaces oil)
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¼–⅓ cup sweetener of choice (erythritol, stevia, or sugar)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries, chopped
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Optional: ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans
👩🍳 Instructions
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Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Grease a 9×5-inch loaf pan.
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Mix dry ingredients: Whole wheat flour, oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
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Mix wet ingredients: Eggs, Greek yogurt, applesauce, sweetener, and vanilla.
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Combine wet and dry ingredients until smooth. Fold in cranberries (and nuts if using).
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Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth top.
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Bake 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
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Cool completely before slicing.
📊 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approx., 12 slices)
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Calories: ~180
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Protein: 12–14g
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Carbs: 18–20g
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Fat: 4–5g
💪 High-Protein Boost
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Use ¾–1 scoop extra whey protein in batter (increase protein to 15–16g per slice)
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Add ¼ cup cottage cheese to wet ingredients for extra creaminess and protein
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Serve with a thin spread of nut butter for additional protein
🔥 Lower-Carb / Cutting Version
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Replace whole wheat and oat flour with almond flour
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Use sugar-free sweetener
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Reduce cranberries slightly
🍽 Serving Ideas
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Toast and spread with Greek yogurt or nut butter
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Serve alongside protein coffee or smoothie
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Great for grab-and-go snacks or breakfast
