Get Fit ~ Chocolate Protein Cake

Who says sweet treats can't be healthy? I am a big believer in balance when it comes to a healthy diet and the foods we put in our body. There is no law that states we need to deprive ourselves from the foods we love to enjoy as long as we do it in moderation and with healthy alternatives. So, when I saw this Chocolate Protein Cake Recipe posted on Instagram by the fabulous Carisse, blogger at FitCampSD, I had to ask her to share the recipe with us. Enjoy! 

INGREDIENTS:
15  oz. of Carrots
1 scoop Ultimate Nutrition Platinum Hydrobuilder Vanilla Bean Protein Powder (Sub any protein powder)
2 Eggs
¼ c. Sweetener
½ c. Cacao Powder (Sub with Cocoa)
2 tsp. Vanilla Extract
½ c. Unsweetened Applesauce
¼ c. Coconut Oil
1 tsp. Baking Powder
½ c. Unsweetened Almond Milk
Cooking Spray
5 Ramekins/Small Oven-Safe Baking Dishes
Optional: Greek Yogurt for “frosting”

DIRECTIONS:
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and generously spray baking dishes with cooking spray. Make sure coconut oil is soft. You can do this by placing in the microwave for 20-30 seconds. Combine all ingredients in blender (or Ninja). Blend well. Pour batter evenly among the baking dishes and place in oven. Cooking time is approximately 45-50 minutes.

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