One of the most difficult parts of any fitness journey is changing your mindset around food. Cutting certain foods out and incorporating new ones into your diet can be challenging for many people, and that's okay! Here at AstroFlav, we want to help you along your fitness journey by providing you with delicious (and healthy) recipes that will keep you dedicated to your fitness journey while allowing you to enjoy what you eat.
Need a last-minute dessert idea for Easter? Carrot Cake Protein Loafis on the menu for this week's Healthier You recipe for a healthy and sweet delight! This carrot cake recipe is not only moist and full of texture, but is also made with clean ingredients, highlighting AstroFlav Cinna Crunch IsoMix. The best-tasting carrot cake recipe is perfect for a healthy dessert or for a subtly sweet breakfast. We hope you love this recipe just as much as we do!
2 mashed bananas
3/4 cup shredded carrots
1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
2 eggs
2 TBS almond butter
1/4 cup calorie-free sweeter*
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose baking flour**
2 scoops AstroFlavCinna Crunch protein powder
1/2 tsp Baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Dash of salt (optional)
Optional additives: Raisins, coconut flakes, walnuts, pecans
Protein Cream Cheese Frosting:
1 8oz block 1/3 reduced fat cream cheese
1 scoop AstroFlavVanilla IsoMix
2 TBS sweetener of choice (I used baking stevia)
3-4 TBS almond milk
*see notes for baking substitutions
Preheat oven to 350° and prepare a bread loaf pan with non-stick cooking spray.
Add all wet ingredients into a medium sized bowl. Whisk until well combined.
Combine dry ingredients to wet and mix together until smooth.
Fold in shredded carrots and raisins and mix until all ingredients are well combined. Add 1-2 tbs almond milk or water if the batter is too thick
Bake for 23-28 minutes until a toothpick or fork inserted in the center comes out clean.
While carrot cake cools, mix together frosting ingredients until smooth. Add 1-2 tbsp. almond milk if the frosting is too thick to spread.
When completely cooled, spread protein cream cheese frosting over the loaf. Optional to add shredded carrots, coconut flakes, or choice of nut to top with frosting!
Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Substitutes:
To make grain free, sub flour with 1½ cup almond flour.
To make nut free, sub almond butter with melted coconut oil or butter.
You can swap the bananas out for 1/2 cup of unsweetened applesauce.
Toppings and additives can be adjusted based on preference! Try adding pecans, walnuts, or dried cranberries.
Nutrition: 1 loaf (12 slices)
Nutrition based on 1 slice w/o frosting
Calories = 130kcal| Carbs: 20g|Protein: 8g|Fat: 3g
AstroFlav Isomix is recommended for this recipe as it makes batter smooth and moist.
To make vegan, swap IsoMix for AstroFlav VeganMix, replace eggs with 2 flax eggs, and use dairy-free Greek styled yogurt.
IsoMix's™ whey protein isolate comes in amazing flavors that will satisfy your inner child while helping you stay healthy without all the guilt!
Easy mixing in less than 60 seconds!
Out Of This World Flavor!
Minimal sugar & carbs!
An ideal protein for any low-carb diet!
PLUS...
Gives Your Body More Nutrition In Less Time Than It Takes To Order A Cup Of Coffee
Makes It Easy To Achieve All Your Goals Whether It's Losing, Maintaining, Or Gaining
Avoid The Cravings You Get For Unhealthy Treats
How To Make Progress Faster By Fueling Your Body With The Best Tasting Nutrition Available
You can use IsoMix to ignite your childhood nostalgia at any time of day. It’s a fantastic way to fuel your body, giving you the satisfaction & nutrition you deserve.
Quick and easy two step mixing!
Pour 8-10 oz of your preferred beverage.
Add 1 serving of IsoMix to your shaker cup. (Mixes great even with a spoon)
IsoMix's™ whey protein isolate comes in amazing flavors that will satisfy your inner child while helping you stay healthy without all the guilt!
Easy mixing in less than 60 seconds!
Out Of This World Flavor!
Minimal sugar & carbs!
An ideal protein for any low-carb diet!
PLUS...
Gives Your Body More Nutrition In Less Time Than It Takes To Order A Cup Of Coffee
Makes It Easy To Achieve All Your Goals Whether It's Losing, Maintaining, Or Gaining
Avoid The Cravings You Get For Unhealthy Treats
How To Make Progress Faster By Fueling Your Body With The Best Tasting Nutrition Available
You can use IsoMix to ignite your childhood nostalgia at any time of day. It’s a fantastic way to fuel your body, giving you the satisfaction & nutrition you deserve.
Quick and easy two step mixing!
Pour 8-10 oz of your preferred beverage.
Add 1 serving of IsoMix to your shaker cup. (Mixes great even with a spoon)
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