Description
A simple and healthy baked yogurt recipe flavored with cinnamon and vanilla, perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a light dessert. This single-serving dish combines creamy Greek yogurt with protein powder, cornstarch for structure, and warm cinnamon, baked to a custard-like consistency.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- ½ cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- ½ scoop vanilla protein powder
- ½ tsp cornstarch
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg
- a splash of vanilla extract
- cooking spray (for greasing ramekin)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the yogurt mixture.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the low-fat Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, cornstarch, cinnamon, egg, and a splash of vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Prepare Ramekin: Lightly coat a ramekin with cooking spray to prevent sticking and to ensure an easy release after baking.
- Pour Mixture: Pour the smooth yogurt mixture into the prepared ramekin, spreading it evenly.
- Bake: Place the ramekin in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes until the mixture is set and slightly golden on top.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from the oven and sprinkle an extra pinch of cinnamon on top before enjoying your warm baked yogurt.
Notes
- Use a good quality vanilla protein powder to enhance flavor.
- Make sure the yogurt is low-fat for a lighter dish.
- Allow the baked yogurt to cool slightly if preferred warm but not hot.
- This recipe is single-serving but can be easily multiplied.
- If you prefer a sweeter dish, add a teaspoon of honey or sweetener to the mixture before baking.
