Official Delicious & Simple Cookbook

The official, unabridged version of Heidi Licata's cookbook and blog. Here, you will find recipes from Heidi's own kitchen, submitted recipes by you, the viewer and even creations by professional chefs that are simple enough to try for yourself!

Protein Pumpkin Loaf

This recipe is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients. Protein pumpkin loaves are low calorie and packed with high protein. You will be satisfied and have a lot of energy after indulging in this delicious power snack. Thank you to Rachelle for sharing this recipe with me and now I have the pleasure to share it with all of you.  

Ingredients:

  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 scoop of protein powder (I use quest vanilla)
  • 1/4 cup old fashion oatmeal
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • cinnamon and stevia to taste ( When using flavored protein, omit stevia)

Directions:

Preheat oven to 350' 

  • Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl, set aside
  • In a separate bowl blend wet ingredients using hand mixer , then mix in dry ingredients
  • Spray mini loaf pan with non stick cooking spray, fill equally with batter
  • Bake 25-30 minutes

Note: Serving size one. (To make 8 mini loaves multiply recipe by 4)