Yep. Oreos. Protein Powder. Cake. Is there really anything else you could possibly need in life? This Oreo Protein Cake has you covered. Well, maybe the only thing that would make it better is some Reese’s in there, but other than that I’d be content with those three things.
Oreo Protein Cake = happiness
In fact, it is almost like there is Reese’s in there, because in the cookies & cream frosting I used some cookies & cream peanut butter! So yes, this Oreo Protein Cake actually has my two favorite things in life: chocolate and peanut butter!
Ok. I want to know something from you guys. DO you like all the crazy different Oreo flavor combinations they have come out with? They have had some pretty crazy ones like watermelon and lemon (yuck), and then some amazing ones such as red velvet, cinnamon bun, and of course peanut butter!
Every time I buy Oreos, I end up with ridiculous recipes like these:
- Oreo Stuffed Protein Brownie Cupcakes
- Oreo Stuffed Protein Brookies
- Peppermint Oreo Protein Cupcakes
- Cookies & Cream Oreo Protein Pancakes
Here are a few tips for making these taste like legit Oreos
- First, for the cocoa powder in the recipe it is vital to use black cocoa powder. It is what gives Oreos the black cookie color, and what gives the base of this cake that dark, black cocoa color. Trust me, it won’t have the same Oreo flavor without black cocoa.
- A really good chocolate protein powder is also key. You can use vanilla if that’s all you have, but this chocolate protein is my favorite and adds amazing flavor!
- Sugar free sweetener. This cake is quite low carb. Without the frosting there are only 7g of carbs per slice, and with the frosting there are still only 17g of carbs. This is thanks to using Swere confectioners sweetener. It tastes and measures the same as sugar, but no sugar or effect on insulin!
Now for the frosting!
Every good cake has to have a frosting, and this one is no different. I did a few things to give it amazing Oreo flavor, while still keeping the calories much lower than a normal frosting.
- Fokken Nuts cookies & cream peanut butter. If you have never had this brand of peanut butter, you need to. It is ridiculously good and lower calories than your normal peanut butters you find in the grocery. The cookies & cream peanut butter is my absolute favorite. I could literally just eat the whole jar with a spoon.
- Greek yogurt = no fat and a ton of added protein + creamy texture
- Swerve sweetener. Just like in the cake, I used the swerve confectioners sweetener to add sweetness without the calories!
I hope you guys enjoy this recipe as much as me. Be sure to tag me on Instagram and Facebook if you make it so I can see it! Cheers!
