Almond Flour Cake

This Almond Flour Cake is a moist and fluffy high-protein dessert that satisfies sweet cravings without compromising nutrition. Perfect for a cozy evening, each bite offers a delightful almond flavor and a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

• Almond flour - 120 grams
• Eggs - 2 large
• Honey - 30 grams
• Greek yogurt - 60 grams
• Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Almonds (sliced) - 20 grams for topping

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small cake pan.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, honey, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract until well mixed.
4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
5. Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top.
6. Sprinkle the sliced almonds evenly on top of the batter.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
8. Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 186 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 16.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids in muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in healthy fats from almonds, promoting heart health.

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