High Protein Desserts
Why not sneak a lil protein in with our sweet treats?
Hi friends! I hope you’re having a lovely day! We’re back in Barcelona and living that Spain life. If you have any questions while we’re here, please let me know, and please send any recs my way!
Today, let’s talk about protein desserts. TBH, I feel like if you’re going to have a dessert… have a DESSERT. Like a real one. No protein powder, no chickpeas, just give me chocolate and real sugar.
But I understand that those options aren’t the best for blood sugar and that every desserts can have a little extra nutrition added in. For these occasions, I’ve rounded up eight high-protein dessert recipes that are not only delicious, but packed with good ingredients to keep you feeling fueled and satisfied. Whether you’re gluten-free, dairy-free, or just want some new post-workout treats, I’ve gotchu.
Here are 8 protein-packed dessert recipes to try:
8 High Protein Desserts
1. Homemade Protein Ice Cream
This one’s a favorite at our house! Made with frozen bananas, your favorite protein powder, and a splash of almond milk, this dreamy, creamy treat comes together in minutes—and you don’t even need an ice cream maker. Totally customizable and kid-approved.
2. Collagen Protein Brownies (Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free)
These brownies are rich, fudgy, and packed with protein thanks to collagen peptides and almond flour. They’re also gluten-free, dairy-free, and perfect for meal prep. Bonus: collagen is great for your skin, joints, and hair.
3. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Cookie Cake
This is the best of all dessert worlds—a giant cookie meets protein-packed cake. It’s soft, chewy, and made with oat flour, peanut butter, and protein powder. Perfect for celebrations or just because.
4. Healthy Cheesecake with Cottage Cheese – from Eating Bird Food
This creamy cheesecake is made with cottage cheese and Greek yogurt, naturally sweetened with maple syrup, and packed with protein. It’s a lighter take on the classic dessert that still delivers on flavor.
5. Chocolate Protein Mug Cake – from Erin Lives Whole
This mug cake is ready in just a few minutes and uses ingredients like protein powder, cocoa powder, almond milk, and almond butter. It’s gluten free, naturally sweetened and super satisfying.
6. Peanut Butter Protein Balls – from Well Plated
These no-bake protein balls are made with oats, peanut butter, flaxseed, and a scoop of your favorite protein powder. Easy to make ahead and great to grab on the go for a snack that
7. High-Protein Banana Bread – from Fit Foodie Finds
This banana bread is a cozy, protein-packed twist on a classic. It uses Greek yogurt, eggs, almond flour, and protein powder to give you a hearty slice that works for breakfast or dessert.
8. Chocolate Protein Chia Pudding – from Minimalist Baker
This one doubles as breakfast or dessert and is made with almond milk, cocoa powder, protein powder, and chia seeds. It’s rich, chocolatey, and great to meal prep ahead of a busy week.
Whether you’re post-workout or just need a little sweet treat that won’t spike your blood sugar, these high-protein desserts are all winners. Let me know which one you try first, or if you have a fave, please shout it out in the comments section below!
xo,
Gina
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