High Protein Pumpkin Loaf

Ingredients

• 1 can pumpkin puree
• 2 eggs
• 1 ripe banana, about 1/2 cup mashed, or applesauce
• 1 tbsp vanilla extract
• 2 tsp cinnamon + 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• Extra nutmeg and ginger, optional
• 1/8 tsp salt
• 3–4 tbsp sweetener of choice
• 1 1/2 cups oat flour
• 2 scoops vanilla or cinnamon protein powder
• 1 tsp baking powder + 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 cup blended cottage cheese or Greek yogurt for frosting
• 1–2 tbsp sugar-free cheesecake or vanilla pudding mix for frosting

Instructions

1. Mix pumpkin, eggs, banana or applesauce, vanilla, spices, salt, and sweetener.
2. Stir in oat flour, protein powder, baking powder, and baking soda.
3. Pour batter into a parchment-lined loaf tin.
4. Bake at 350°F for 45–50 minutes.
5. Top with high-protein frosting, slice, and enjoy.