High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake
There are two types of people in this world: those who love cinnamon rolls and… well, those who are wrong. I mean, is there anything better than the smell of cinnamon sugar wafting through your kitchen in the morning?
Now, what if I told you that you could get all that cinnamon roll goodness AND a solid dose of protein?
Enter the High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake, your new best friend.
It’s got everything you love about a warm, gooey cinnamon roll, but with a little extra muscle thanks to the protein powder. Talk about the ultimate power breakfast!
Whether you’re rolling out of bed or rolling out of the gym, this dump cake will hit the spot.
It’s quick, easy, and it’s got that perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and protein-y (totally a word). Plus, you get to dump it all in one dish—no need to spend your morning trying to form perfect rolls and waiting for dough to rise. Ain’t nobody got time for that!
So, let’s grab a fork, skip the bakery, and dive into this cinnamon roll cake of your dreams.
High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake
Equipment
- 1 9" x 13" baking dish or pan
Ingredients
- 1 box cinnamon swirl cake mix
- 2 scoops cinnamon roll-flavored protein powder
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1/4 cup applesauce
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans optional
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
- Dump the cake mix, protein powder, cinnamon, and baking powder into the dish. Stir gently to combine.
- Add Greek yogurt, almond milk, applesauce, vanilla extract, and water. Mix until everything is just combined.
- If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle chopped pecans on top for a bit of crunch.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until your kitchen smells like a cinnamon roll dream and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let it cool for 10 minutes before serving—but seriously, who can wait that long?
Notes
Nutrition
Diva's Terrific Tweaks
Add raisins to the batter for a cinnamon raisin swirl cake.
Drizzle a simple cream cheese glaze over the top for an extra decadent, cinnamon roll-like finish.
Swap the pecans for walnuts or almonds to change up the nutty flavor.
Presentation Suggestions:
Serve with a drizzle of vanilla glaze (made with powdered sugar and almond milk) for that classic cinnamon roll look. Garnish with a sprinkle of extra cinnamon and a few pecan halves to give it that bakery-style vibe.
Want cinnamon roll flavor with a protein boost?
This High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Dump Cake will satisfy your cravings and give you the fuel to power through your day. Get baking!
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