Protein is an important macronutrient that will help you build lean muscle and keep you feeling fuller. Sure, you can get your protein fix with a chicken breast or protein shake, but what about something sweet? Turns out, it’s totally possible to enjoy dessert and also load up on protein at the same time.
With these 25 protein-packed desserts, you don’t have to choose between eating something with protein and eating something to satisfy your sweet tooth. These healthy dessert recipes won’t blow your macros and will leave you feeling satisfied. Plus, they’re damn delicious.
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1. Chickpea Cookie Dough
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Get the recipe: chickpea cookie dough
Total protein: 11.1 grams
2. Chocolate Milkshake Smoothie
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Get the recipe: chocolate milkshake smoothie
Total protein: 22 grams
3. Chocolate Almond Protein Bars
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Get the recipe: chocolate almond protein bars
Total protein: 12.8 grams
4. Brownie Bites
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Get the recipe: brownie bites
Total protein: 5.1 grams (per bite)
5. Vanilla Shake
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Get the recipe: vanilla shake
Total protein: 17.4 grams
6. Peanut Butter Protein Balls
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Get the recipe: PB protein balls
Total protein: 9 grams (two balls)
7. Molten Lava Cake
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Get the recipe: molten lava cake
Total protein: 20.1 grams
8. Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls
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Get the recipe: chocolate raspberry protein balls
Total protein: 3.3 grams
9. Protein-Packed Vegan Ice Cream
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Get the recipe: protein-packed vegan ice cream
Total protein: 15.1 grams
10. Chocolate-Mousse-Filled Strawberries
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Get the recipe: chocolate-mousse-filled strawberries
Total protein: 5.6 grams
11. Chocolate Hummus
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Get the recipe: chocolate hummus
Total protein: 5 grams
12. Protein-Packed Brownies
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Get the recipe: protein-packed brownies
Total protein: 5 grams
13. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Pie Protein Balls
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Get the recipe: chocolate chip pumpkin pie protein balls
Total protein: 3.4 grams
14. Banana Bread
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15. Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Freezer Fudge
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Get the recipe: vegan chocolate chip cookie dough freezer fudge
Total protein: 5.8 grams
16. Roasted Honey Cinnamon Chickpeas
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Get the recipe: roasted honey cinnamon chickpeas
Total protein: 6.2 grams
17. Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars
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Get the recipe: chocolate chip pumpkin bars
Total protein: 8.3 grams
18. Paleo Pecan Pie Bars
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Get the recipe: Paleo pecan pie bars
Total protein: 5.9 grams
19. Lemon Blueberry Protein Muffins
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Get the recipe: lemon blueberry protein muffins
Total protein: 6.0 grams
20. Pumpkin Raisin Flax Muffins
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Get the recipe: pumpkin raisin flax muffins
Total protein: 5.0 grams
21. Vegan Chocolate Frosted Doughnuts
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Get the recipe: vegan chocolate frosted doughnuts
Total protein: 5.1 grams
22. Sweet Potato Banana Protein Bread
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Get the recipe: sweet potato banana protein bread
Total protein: 10.4 grams
23.Banana Oatmeal Crumb Muffins With Avocado
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Get the recipe: banana oatmeal crumb muffins with avocado
Total protein: 5.2 grams
24. Cherry Almond Coconut Protein Balls
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Get the recipe: cherry almond coconut protein balls
Total protein: 3.7 grams
25. Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Protein Balls
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Get the recipe: chocolate chip peanut butter protein balls
Total Protein: 3.3 grams