Description
Protein Cranberry Orange Loaf is a moist, citrusy quick bread packed with tart cranberries and boosted with protein. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or a post-workout treat, it’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or 1/2 cup all-purpose + 1/2 cup oat flour)
- 1/2 cup vanilla or unflavored protein powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/3 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil or melted butter
- 3/4 cup dried or fresh cranberries
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or a simple orange glaze
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, protein powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat eggs with Greek yogurt, orange juice, orange zest, honey, and coconut oil.
- Add wet ingredients to dry and stir until just combined. Do not overmix.
- Fold in cranberries and optional nuts.
- Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 40–50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
- Use fresh cranberries for extra tartness and texture.
- Adjust flour and protein powder ratios to increase protein content.
- Almond flour can be used for a lower-carb option.
- Add chocolate chips for a sweeter variation.
- Top with orange glaze for extra citrus flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
