High-Protein Chocolate Banana Trifle with Chocolate Cake Layer

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 12 minutes

Servings: 2

Macros (Per Serving):

• Calories: 450

• Protein: 40g

• Carbs: 38g

• Fat: 14g

Introduction

This High-Protein Chocolate Banana Trifle features a rich, high-protein chocolate cake layer, creamy banana slices, and a light Greek yogurt whipped topping. It’s an indulgent yet nutritious dessert that satisfies your sweet tooth without the sugar crash—perfect for busy moms!

Ingredients

For the High-Protein Chocolate Cake Layer:

• ½ cup oat flour (or blended oats)

• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder

• 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

• ½ tsp baking powder

• ½ tsp cinnamon

• ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

• 1 large egg white

• 1 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

For the Banana Layer:

• ½ medium banana, sliced

• 2 tbsp sugar-free granola or crushed high-protein cookies (optional for crunch)

For the Whipped Topping:

• ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt

• ½ tsp vanilla extract

• ½ tbsp sugar-free maple syrup

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:Set to 350°Fand grease a small baking dish or ramekin.

2. Prepare the Cake Batter:In a bowl, whisk together oat flour, protein powder, cocoa powder, baking powder, and cinnamon.Add almond milk, Greek yogurt, egg white, sugar-free maple syrup, and vanilla extract.Stir until smooth.

3. Bake the Cake:Pour batter into the prepared dish and bake for 12 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly, then crumble into small pieces.

4. Make the Whipped Topping:In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and sugar-free maple syrupuntil fluffy.

5. Assemble the Trifle:In two dessert glasses, layer the ingredients as follows:

• First Layer:Half of the crumbled chocolate protein cake

• Second Layer:Sliced banana and granola (if using)

• Third Layer:Remaining chocolate cake

• Top Layer:Greek yogurt whipped topping

6. Chill & Serve:Refrigerate for 20 minutesfor a thicker texture. Enjoy cold!

Why This Recipe Stands Out

• 40g of protein per serving

• Rich, moist chocolate cake with natural banana sweetness

• No added sugar and packed with fiber

Busy Mom Pro Tip

Bake extra protein cake and store in an airtight container to use in different desserts throughout the week!

Recommended Pairings

• Drink:Sugar-free hot cocoa or vanilla almond milk latte

• Topping:A sprinkle of sugar-free dark chocolate shavings for extra indulgence

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This High-Protein Chocolate Banana Trifle with Chocolate Cake Layeris a rich, satisfying, and protein-packeddessert that proves healthy eating can be indulgent.