40 DELICIOUS Vanilla Protein Powder Recipes

If you're tired of the same old protein shake recipes, here are 40 vanilla protein powder recipes for great tasting high protein snacks and desserts, many of which can be used as a meal replacement, and none of which are shakes. Some recipes call for whey protein, and others call for vegan protein powder. All are delicious!

collage of photos of recipes that were made with vanilla protein powder, with text overlay.

Pro tip

Use the type of protein powder called for in the recipe! Different types of protein powers mix and bake very differently and are not generally interchangeable in recipes.

We're kicking it off with delicious muffins that have 31 grams of protein each!

1. Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

inside view of a chocolate chip muffin with a few more muffins in the background

Perfect as a high protein breakfast or snack, these chocolate chip muffins are great to have on hand. They have 31g protein each, thanks to plant protein, Greek yogurt, and egg whites. Stevia sweetened chocolate chips keep the sugar down to 2g per muffin. And they're so yummy!

Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins Recipe

2. Banana Peanut Butter Protein Cookies (Easy, Healthy)

4 halves of banana peanut butter protein cookies stacked on a white plate with crumbs in front.

This easy, kid-friendly banana peanut butter protein cookie recipe is perfect for a high protein breakfast or snack. Egg free, gluten free, and delicious!

Banana Peanut Butter Protein Cookies (Easy, Healthy) Recipe

3. Protein Rice Pudding Recipe with Cooked Rice

small mason jar full of rice pudding with a spoon pulling some out of the top with a light background

This is a great post-workout recipe, as it calls for maple syrup and is higher in carbs. Simple ingredients make this a great option for using extra cooked rice, too!

Protein Rice Pudding Recipe with Cooked Rice Recipe

4. Blueberry Protein Pancakes Recipe (40g Protein, 3 Ingredients)

stack of gluten free blueberry protein pancakes with fresh blueberries.

These 3-ingredient blueberry protein pancakes have 40g protein and are easy to make. These low calorie protein pancakes are low carb, dairy free, gluten free, and bursting with flavor!

Blueberry Protein Pancakes Recipe (40g Protein, 3 Ingredients) Recipe

5. Sugar Free Protein Chocolates

a closeup photo of sugar free high protein chocolates in a tin.

How to make sugar free chocolates with high protein fillings. These protein chocolates make a great holiday or Valentine's gift!

Sugar Free Protein Chocolates Recipe

6. Chia Almond Protein Cookies (Vegan)

collection of round almond cookies with white chia seeds on a flower etched dessert plate

These healthy vegan protein cookies are made with almond butter and chia seeds, and they make a great, filling snack. And with only 1g net carb each!

Chia Almond Protein Cookies (Vegan) Recipe

7. BEST Protein Banana Bread (Easy, Healthy Recipe)

a sunlit bitten piece of protein banana bread being pulled off a stack, with a banana in the background.

Makes one loaf (8 pieces).

BEST Protein Banana Bread (Easy, Healthy Recipe) Recipe

8. Peanut Butter Waffles (Healthy)

three quarters of a peanut butter belgian waffle topped with raspberries, and a fork in front with a bite of waffle and a raspberry

These delicious protein waffles have 29g protein and call for powdered peanut butter to cut down on fat. Topped with a fresh raspberries and a drizzle of peanut butter, this is a super delicious high protein breakfast!

Peanut Butter Waffles (Healthy) Recipe

9. Carrot Cake Protein Cookies with Cream Cheese Protein Frosting (Whey)

one frosted carrot cake cookie with a bite taken on a white background

All the flavor of frosted carrot cake with extra protein and none of the added sugar! These make a great protein snack or dessert.

Carrot Cake Protein Cookies with Cream Cheese Protein Frosting (Whey) Recipe

10. Banana Berry Protein Pancakes (Healthy, GF, DF)

stack of banana berry protein pancakes on a plate.

A super fluffy protein pancake recipe, and made with just a few clean ingredients! 41g of protein, and your taste buds will thank you!

Banana Berry Protein Pancakes (Healthy, GF, DF) Recipe

11. Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies

one bitten chocolate chip cookie being pulled from a pile of cookies

Made with almond flour and vanilla whey protein for a super soft healthy chocolate chip cookie, this recipe is my new favorite way to bake with protein powder!

Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies Recipe

12. Coconut Caramel Protein Balls

several full and one cut in half coconut caramel protein balls that are covered in chocolate and sprinkled with toasted coconut, each in a gold paper cup

The delicious flavor of Girl Scout Samoas in high-protein, low-sugar, gluten-free protein balls. A healthy, easy way to satisfy the craving!

Coconut Caramel Protein Balls Recipe

13. Mini Protein Cheesecakes (Gluten Free, Healthy)

mini protein cheesecake topped with half a strawberry and a spoonful is being drawn from it.

These mini protein cheesecakes have 9g protein, 2g carbs, and just 142 cal each. Perfectly portioned, high protein, low carb, gluten free.

Mini Protein Cheesecakes (Gluten Free, Healthy) Recipe

14. Protein Cupcakes (Healthy, Gluten Free Cupcake Recipe)

piece of frosted vanilla cupcake on a fork on an etched glass cake plate with cupcakes behind it.

Full of flavor and perfectly fluffy, these protein cupcakes have great taste and texture.

Protein Cupcakes (Healthy, Gluten Free Cupcake Recipe) Recipe

15. Cream Cheese Protein Frosting

top view of a cake frosted with cream cheese protein frosting with frosting spatula below it

1g net carb cream cheese protein frosting. Perfect for your low carb keto cakes, protein cakes, or just enjoy it with a spoon!

Cream Cheese Protein Frosting Recipe

16. Pumpkin Protein Cookies

three stacked pumpkin protein cookies with a fourth cookie angled on the side of the stack, all on a white plate with a light background

These easy pumpkin cookies are packed with flavor and protein. Naturally egg-free and gluten-free, and they have added pecans for flavor and crunch!

Pumpkin Protein Cookies Recipe

17. Baked Protein Cinnamon Rolls

icing being spooned onto a pan of high protein cinnamon rolls.

These baked protein cinnamon rolls are high protein and low sugar with all the doughy, cinnamon goodness and topped with an irresistible sugar free icing!

Baked Protein Cinnamon Rolls Recipe

18. Protein Churro Waffle Bites

on the left a small waffle covered in cinnamon "sugar" (erythritol) with a couple smaller pieces around it, a small pile of cinnamon erythritol, and a small dipping bowl of maple syrup

Makes 4 small waffles (one serving)

Protein Churro Waffle Bites Recipe

19. BEST Protein Cheesecake Recipe (NY Style w/ Healthy Swaps)

a slice of creamy protein cheesecake being lifted and pulled from the cheesecake.

The creamy texture of this crustless protein cheesecake makes it just as indulgent as the original. The recipe is a high protein version of a family cheesecake recipe, and it's just as delicious!

BEST Protein Cheesecake Recipe (NY Style w/ Healthy Swaps) Recipe

20. Pecan Protein Bites

close up of freshly cut pecan protein squares, each topped with a pecan half

These delicious pecan protein bites have all the flavor of pecan pie in a no-bake, gluten-free, protein treat. Also a great recipe for protein bars!

Pecan Protein Bites Recipe

21. Vanilla Avocado Pudding

three servings of vanilla avocado mousse in shot glasses on a beige background

Avocado and vanilla bean give this vanilla avocado mousse delicious flavor and texture, and whey powder gives it a boost of protein!

Vanilla Avocado Pudding Recipe

22. Protein Zucchini Bread

the stacked slices of high protein zucchini bread next to a zucchini.

This delicious protein zucchini bread is perfectly moist and packed with healthy ingredients. Easy high protein breakfast or snack!

Protein Zucchini Bread Recipe

23. Banana Protein Cookies (3 Ingredients!)

banana protein cookies on parchment on a cooling rack.

These 3 ingredient banana protein cookies have just 40 calories each, with 6 grams of protein. They're gluten free, egg free, and delicious!

Banana Protein Cookies (3 Ingredients!) Recipe

24. Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse

raspberry cheesecake mousse in shot glasses with a fresh raspberry on each

Creamy and bursting with flavor, this no-bake raspberry protein cheesecake mousse is keto friendly and delicious!

Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse Recipe

25. Vanilla Cashew Protein Cookies (Vegan)

a stack of eight flower shaped cashew butter cookies on a dark background

These cashew butter cookies are a melt-in-your-mouth protein treat! Ingredients for these vegan protein cookies include plant protein and nut butter.

Vanilla Cashew Protein Cookies (Vegan) Recipe

26. Mini Pumpkin Pies (Gluten Free, High Protein Recipe)

seven mini pumpkin pies with fall shaped pie crust cookies on them next to a bright orange mini pumpkin on a flower etched glass cake stand

These perfectly portioned mini pumpkin pies are a healthier version of pumpkin pie with added protein and no added sugar. Perfect for the holidays or any day!

Mini Pumpkin Pies (Gluten Free, High Protein Recipe) Recipe

27. Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes

stack of 6 thin lemon ricotta pancakes on a white plate with one and a half lemons in the background and a purple linen napkin underneath

These Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes are flavorful, hearty, and just like the lemon ricotta pancakes you'd find at a cute little downtown café. Makes 3 pancakes (one serving). Photo shows two servings.

Lemon Ricotta Protein Pancakes Recipe

28. Low Carb Protein Waffles

a bite of low carb protein waffle with strawberry and whipped cream on a fork in the front, and in the background is the rest of the waffle on a glass plate with a red linen napkin

Makes one waffle.

Low Carb Protein Waffles Recipe

29. Sopapilla Protein Cheesecake Bars

a square sopapilla cheesecake bar on a white plate on a wood table

These low carb sopapilla protein cheesecake bars are full of flavor, and they make a great keto or low carb snack. 8g protein and 1g carbs per piece!

Sopapilla Protein Cheesecake Bars Recipe

30. Low Carb Protein Donuts

several glazed mini donuts on a green glass plate with a light backgroud

Sweet and delicious low carb protein donuts that are gluten-free and easy to make. Made with vanilla whey protein powder.

Low Carb Protein Donuts Recipe

31. Black and White Protein Cookies (Whey, Gluten-Free)

one whole and one half of black and white protein cookies

A NYC classic cookie, reimagined to have extra protein and no added sugar. Still delicious!

Black and White Protein Cookies (Whey, Gluten-Free) Recipe

32. Chocolate Chip Protein Pillow Cookies (Whey)

inside view of a soft baked chocolate chip protein cookie with a fork with a piece of cookie on it on a white plate on a grey background

Soft, cake-like chocolate chip protein cookies.

Chocolate Chip Protein Pillow Cookies (Whey) Recipe

33. Peach Protein Ice Cream Recipe

small white dish of melting peach ice cream with fresh cut peaches on top, a spoon in the dish, and three peaches in the background on a brown wooden table

A creamy and delicious two-ingredient peach protein ice cream. Made with peaches and natural vanilla whey protein powder.

Peach Protein Ice Cream Recipe Recipe

34. Protein Lemon Bars

stack of protein lemon bars dusted with confectioners erythritol and a quarter of a lemon slice on top all on a white plate with a light background

Makes 9 bars.

Protein Lemon Bars Recipe

35. Sweet Potato Protein Cupcakes

inside view of one frosted healthy sweet potato cupcake on a white plate

A great way to use extra sweet potatoes! These sweet potato cupcakes make a great high protein breakfast or snack.

Sweet Potato Protein Cupcakes Recipe

36. Individual Pumpkin Cheesecake

single serving of pumpkin cheesecake in a ramekin with a spoon in it

This individual pumpkin cheesecake is a low sugar, high protein, creamy pumpkin treat!

Individual Pumpkin Cheesecake Recipe

37. Protein Popsicles (Low Calorie)

vanilla popsicles with strawberries on a white plate

Simple, refreshing, and low calorie, these protein popsicles are a delicious summer treat! High protein and with no added sugar.

Protein Popsicles (Low Calorie) Recipe

38. Pineapple Protein Cheesecake

front view of a pineapple topped protein cheesecake on a flower etched glass cake plate with a light background

A deliciously indulgent pineapple protein cheesecake that is gluten-free, high-protein, and lower in carbs. A terrific flavor combination!

Pineapple Protein Cheesecake Recipe

39. Protein Pumpkin Pie Recipe (Easy, Delicious, Healthy)

three slices of high protein pumpkin pie in the pie dish, with sugar free whipped cream on top.

A few simple ingredient swaps make this high protein, low sugar, and gluten free pumpkin pie holiday-worthy!

Protein Pumpkin Pie Recipe (Easy, Delicious, Healthy) Recipe

40. Raspberry Coconut Protein Cookies (Whey)

bitten coconut raspberry cookie - white cookie with bright raspberry pieces - with a fresh raspberry behind it all on a white plate

Bursting with fresh raspberries, these raspberry coconut cookies are also packed with protein and coconut. Easy delicious protein cookies!

Raspberry Coconut Protein Cookies (Whey) Recipe

I hope you've enjoyed this collection of vanilla protein powder recipes. This site is full of high protein recipes, so I hope you'll have a look around!

If you'd like more info about using protein powder in recipes, subscribe here to get my Protein Baking Cheat Sheet and check out my posts on the best protein powders for baking and the best protein powder for coffee.