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Golden brown apple cinnamon protein squares with roasted apple chunks on a cooling rack.
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Protein Roasted Apple Cinnamon Squares

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time40 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Servings: 9 servings
Calories: 185kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, divided
  • 2 cups old -fashioned rolled oats
  • 60 grams vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 2 large egg s
  • 0.25 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced apples with 1 teaspoon of cinnamon and spread on a parchment-lined tray. Roast for 15 minutes until softened.
  • Remove apples from oven and reduce oven temperature to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, remaining 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, unsweetened applesauce, almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
  • Gently fold the roasted apples into the batter.
  • Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the center is set and the edges are lightly golden.
  • Allow to cool completely in the pan for at least 20 minutes before slicing into 9 equal squares.