Fluffy Protein-Packed Tropical Dessert with Greek Yogurt, Cottage Cheese & Toasted Coconut

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Chill Time: 3 hours
Total Time: 4 hours
Servings: 12
Protein: Approximately 14-18g per serving

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

This High-Protein Pineapple Coconut Cream Dream Cake transforms a classic tropical dessert into a nutritious, protein-rich treat. Every bite features a moist vanilla protein cake base, a luscious pineapple cheesecake-style filling, and a creamy whipped topping finished with golden toasted coconut. Perfect for meal prep, family gatherings, summer parties, or satisfying your sweet tooth while supporting your protein goals.

Ingredients

For the Protein Cake Base

  • 1 cup vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1 cup oat flour
  • ½ cup coconut flour
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ⅓ cup honey or sugar-free sweetener
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ½ cup milk of choice

For the High-Protein Pineapple Filling

  • 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1½ cups plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 package sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
  • 1 can crushed pineapple, drained
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice

For the Creamy Protein Topping

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 cup light whipped topping
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Garnish

  • 1 cup toasted coconut flakes
  • Fresh pineapple chunks
  • Extra whipped cream (optional)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cake Base

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  3. In a large bowl, combine protein powder, oat flour, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk eggs, Greek yogurt, applesauce, honey, vanilla, and milk.
  5. Fold wet ingredients into dry ingredients.
  6. Mix until smooth.
  7. Pour into prepared baking dish.
  8. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  9. Allow cake to cool completely.

Step 2: Make the Pineapple Protein Filling

  1. Blend cottage cheese until completely smooth.
  2. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
  3. Add Greek yogurt, pudding mix, honey, vanilla, and lemon juice.
  4. Beat until thick and creamy.
  5. Fold in drained crushed pineapple.
  6. Refrigerate for 15 minutes to slightly firm.

Step 3: Assemble the Dessert

  1. Spread pineapple filling evenly over cooled cake.
  2. Smooth the top using an offset spatula.
  3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Step 4: Prepare the Protein Topping

  1. Mix Greek yogurt, whipped topping, protein powder, and vanilla.
  2. Whip until light and fluffy.
  3. Spread evenly over pineapple layer.

Step 5: Finish and Chill

  1. Sprinkle generously with toasted coconut flakes.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2-3 hours.
  3. Slice into squares and serve chilled.

Protein Boost Tips

For an even higher protein version:

  • Add 2 extra scoops vanilla protein powder to the filling.
  • Use fat-free Greek yogurt.
  • Replace whipped topping with whipped Greek yogurt.
  • Add collagen peptides for an extra protein boost.
  • Serve with a side of cottage cheese mousse.

Nutrition (Approximate Per Serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fat: 9g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 10g

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