Description
This High Protein No Sugar Monkey Bread is a delicious, gluten-free treat perfect for breakfast or a snack. Made with almond flour, vanilla protein powder, and sweetened with monk fruit, it offers a healthy twist on the classic monkey bread. The dough balls are coated in cinnamon and baked to golden perfection, then drizzled with a sugar-free maple syrup glaze. It’s an ideal choice for those seeking a low-sugar, high-protein, gluten-free option that is both satisfying and flavorful.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups almond flour
- 1/4 cup vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup granulated monk fruit sweetener
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup chopped pecans or walnuts (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil (for coating)
- 2 tablespoons sugar-free maple syrup (for glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a small bundt pan or 8×8-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine almond flour, vanilla protein powder, baking powder, and salt ensuring the mixture is uniform.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract until smooth and well incorporated.
- Form the dough: Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. The dough should be pliable enough to scoop into balls.
- Prepare cinnamon coating: In a small bowl, mix the granulated monk fruit sweetener with cinnamon to create the coating mixture.
- Shape and coat dough balls: Scoop the dough into approximately 1-inch balls. Roll each ball lightly in the cinnamon and monk fruit mixture, then place them evenly spaced in the greased pan.
- Add coconut oil and nuts: Drizzle the melted coconut oil evenly over the dough balls. If using, sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the top for added texture and flavor.
- Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the monkey bread is golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Cool and glaze: Remove the monkey bread from the oven and allow it to cool slightly in the pan. Drizzle with sugar-free maple syrup glaze before serving for a delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- You can substitute monk fruit sweetener with erythritol or other sugar-free sweetener blends.
- For extra fiber, add a tablespoon of chia seeds or flax meal to the dough.
- Use a whey or plant-based protein powder that is suitable for baking to maintain texture and flavor.
- Make sure the pan is well greased to prevent sticking and allow easy removal.
- Optional nuts add crunch but can be omitted for nut-free preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American