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Coconut Covered Chocolate Protein Balls

August 18, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

two chocolate protein cake balls covered in coconut shreds on a white plate

These soft chocolate protein balls are packed with protein and flavor. The coconut on the outside adds great flavor and texture contrast. Give these Coconut Covered Chocolate Protein Balls a try! Since the dough for this recipe shapes well as bars, too, feel free to shape them into bars, if you like. Either way, they're […]

Recipe Basics Video

August 15, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 64 Comments

photo of Andrea (blog founder) in her kitchen (screenshot of video)

Welcome to my first protein baking video! I've just launched my YouTube channel with this Recipe Basics video. In it I show examples of what happens when you use a protein powder different than the one called for in the recipe, and discuss other ingredients common to protein baking. Watch in YouTube: Recipe Basics - An […]

Protein Popsicles (Low Calorie)

August 11, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

vanilla popsicles with strawberries on a white plate

Strawberry Protein Popsicles are a refreshing, high protein snack with just 52 calories 7g protein each. This protein popsicles recipe uses vanilla protein powder, fresh or frozen strawberries, and water, with no added sugar. Ingredients Use a smooth-blending vanilla protein powder. I used vanilla whey concentrate. A whey/casein blend will also work for these protein […]

Chocolate Coconut Overnight Oats

August 9, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 3 Comments

a spoonful of chocolate coconut overnight protein oats sitting on top of the jar used to make them

A delicious breakfast or post-workout treat, these Chocolate Coconut Overnight Protein Oats couldn't be easier! No cooking required. Just put all the ingredients in a jar overnight in the refrigerator, and wake up to a yummy high protein breakfast! Chocolate Coconut Overnight Oats I wanted to keep this recipe lower in fat (for the macros I […]

S'mores Protein Pie

August 1, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 6 Comments

a piece of smores pie with a fork in it, on a white plate on a wood table

This delicious pie has all the flavor and feel of s'mores, but in a low sugar, high protein, gluten free pie. You're going to love this S'mores Protein Pie! If you like this recipe, you may also enjoy this Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie, this Pumpkin Protein Pie, and this Healthy Banoffee Pie. Yum! ๐Ÿฅง Ingredients […]

Protein Whoopie Pies

July 30, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 7 Comments

a chocolate whoopie pie on a white plate

These rich chocolate cake-like cookies with protein marshmallow filling are such a treat! These protein whoopie pies are packed with 23g protein each and are naturally egg free and gluten free. Give them a try! The filling here is a combo of Protein Marshmallow Fluff and Cashew Whipped Cream, but you could certainly use all […]

Crispy Rice Protein Treats

July 29, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 7 Comments

three crispy rice protein treats on a white plate

It wouldn't be Protein Marshmallow Fluff week without a recipe for Crispy Rice Protein Treats! This recipe was inspired by Janine, a reader who wrote in asking for a low-sugar, high-protein version of the sweet snack. These are for you, Janine! I made two versions, here, as you can see from the pictures. I wanted […]

Protein Marshmallow Fluff

July 28, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 16 Comments

a jar full of protein marshmallow fluff with a spoon full coming out of the jar

When you're craving all things marshmallow and want them to magically fit into your high-protein low-sugar diet, this protein marshmallow fluff will save the day! It's made with agar powder (without gelatin), so it's vegetarian-friendly. And while I used natural marshmallow root extract, you can certainly use marshmallow flavoring instead. If you like this recipe, […]

Mint Chip Protein Mousse

July 26, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 2 Comments

small jar with green mint mousse and cacao nibs with a mint green background

This creamy and delicious Mint Chip Protein Mousse is made from avocado and vanilla whey with a hint of peppermint extract. A totally indulgent protein treat! Mint Chip Protein Mousse I'm using raw cacao nibs here in place of chocolate chips (as I often do) to avoid the sugar while keeping the crunchy texture and […]

Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Tartlets

July 21, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 3 Comments

three chocolate hazelnut tartets going front to back on a white plate

What's a girl to do with lots of hazelnut butter and chocolate protein powders? Make Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Tartlets! The crust is similar to my other pie and tarte crusts, but I used chocolate Warrior Blend protein instead of the usual vanilla rice protein. Warrior Blend protein is a blend of pea protein with other […]

Peach Blackberry Protein Tarts

July 18, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

two small tarts filled with peaches and blackberries, one in front and one behind

I love the combination of peach and blackberry. Here you have the delicious combo with a protein crust and a layer of protein cream. Peach Blackberry Protein Tarts! Peach Blackberry Protein Tarts The crust is similar to that of my other pie and tart recipes, made from rice protein powder and almond butter. I used […]

The BEST Protein Fudge

July 11, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 2 Comments

six pieces of double layer fudge with cacao nibs on top

The combination of hazelnut, coconut, and chocolate truly makes this the best protein fudge. Your taste buds will dance! I love these little bites of protein fudge because they pack a lot of flavor in a small piece. Great for when you need a little something after a meal, or if you have trouble hitting […]

Quest Bar Linzer Cookies

July 9, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

overhead view of linzer cookies shaped like flowers with fresh raspberries on a white plate

The first time I bit into a White Chocolate Raspberry Quest Bar, I immediately thought of Linzer cookies. So why not turn the bar into one? Or three, rather. :) Here you have Quest Bar Linzer Cookies! I used parchment paper to help flatten the bar, and cookie cutters to get the shapes. The filling […]

Chewy Chocolate Protein Cookies

July 8, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 3 Comments

a bitten chewy chocolate protein cookie on a white plate

These chewy chocolate protein cookies are sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings! The recipe calls for only a few simple ingredients, and these cookies are very filling and satisfying. These healthy chocolate cookies are great as protein breakfast cookies or an anytime protein snack! Ingredients For these delicious chocolate protein cookies, we need: Protein powder: […]

Orange Carrot Protein Cookies

July 5, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 3 Comments

three orange iced carrot cookies on a white plate, one bitten, with a glass of orange carrot juice in the background

These delicious protein cookies are based on an old Betty Crocker recipe that I made often as a kid. The flavor combination is unique and these protein cookies are so flavorful! These cookies are carrot coconut (as were the originals), and the icing here is an orange-zested vanilla whey icing. They are delicious! And perfect […]

Berry Protein Parfait

July 3, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

front view of a layered chia parfait, chia pudding topped with strawberries toped with more chia pudding and then blueberries with a strawberry and a spoon in front

A quick and easy recipe that is perfect for your 4th of July celebration, a Berry Protein Parfait! Berry Protein Parfait with Chia Pudding Have some chia seeds on hand? This Berry Protein Parfait would make a great breakfast, snack, or dessert. Give it a try!

Protein Flag Cake

June 30, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

flag cake - vanilla sheet cake with whipped cream frosting with blueberries and sliced strawberries places to represent the American flag

With the 4th of July quickly approaching, it's time to plan the healthy desserts for your celebration. And it wouldn't be an Independence Day barbecue without a flag cake, so I present you this Protein Flag Cake! Protein Flag Cake I remember the first time I saw this type of cake. It was part of […]

Single Serve Protein Cheesecake

June 27, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 10 Comments

ramekin of protein cheesecake with chocolate shavings and three raspberries on top and a spoonful showing the creamy texture, on a red placemat

It's no secret that I love a good cheesecake! So when I recently received a reader request for a single serve protein cheesecake, I was happy to get baking. Single Serve Protein Cheesecake I used my recipe for Creamy Protein Cheesecake as a model, but figured I'd change it up by using stevia here to […]

Hemp Protein Powder Shake

June 21, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 1 Comment

a glass with dark chocolate protein shake and a cherry on the rim of the glass

This Cherry Chocolate Hemp Shake is a rich and delicious chocolate cherry treat! Like chocolate covered cherries in a glass. And so healthy! I have to stress, though, that the deliciousness of this shake relies on the hemp protein powder. It's not the same with whey or other vegan proteins. Hemp protein has an earthy, nutty […]

Onion Protein Focaccia

June 19, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

top view of two pieces of protein focaccia bread topped with caramelized onions

After creating my Tomato Basil Protein Focaccia, I was inspired to try other interesting flavors. And when I received some sweet onions from my CSA, I created this Onion Protein Focaccia! Onion Protein Focaccia I was inspired by Jewish onion bread and bialys, which I have always loved. Since my bread recipes have more of […]

Chocolate Protein Cake (Healthy, Flourless)

June 17, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 4 Comments

slice of double layer chocolate protein cake with fluffy chocolate protein frosting on a white background

Take a look at this chocolate protein cake. Do I really need to write anything here? ;) Chocolate Protein Cake I wasn't planning on making a devil's food protein cake. I was working on a recipe for whoopie pies (a reader request), and the cookies came out great! So I scaled up the recipe, made […]

Overnight Protein Oats

June 16, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 4 Comments

overnight protein oats in a jar with a spoonful on top on a beige background

I've been seeing lots of recipes online for "overnight oats," oatmeal breakfasts that are made overnight in the refrigerator (without cooking). I couldn't resist trying it with protein powder, so here you have Overnight Protein Oats! Overnight Protein Oats My favorite way to make oatmeal is with almond butter and cinnamon, so that's what I've […]

Protein Ice Cream Sandwich

June 13, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

ice cream sandwich with almond around the ice cream on a white cupcake stand with a light background

After baking another Quest bar into delicious protein cookies, I knew this one had to be turned into a Protein Ice Cream Sandwich! **Update- so it appears this Vanilla Almond Crunch Quest bar doesn't exist anymore. This idea will work for any of the current uncoated bars. The Quest bar cookies on their own are […]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge

June 11, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 6 Comments

three pieces of chocolate protein fudge with peanut butter swirl on a white serving plate

My recipes for protein fudge are probably the easiest protein recipes on this site. Mix up the ingredients, spoon into a pan, and freeze. This recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge has one extra step, a peanut butter protein swirl, but it's still so easy. And so delicious! Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Fudge Here […]

Chardonnay Grape Protein Cake

June 9, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

a whole cake with a slice missing, wih icing dripping, and a bunch of chardonnay grapes

Another delicious treat from my CSA last summer was a bunch of Chardonnay grapes. I had just started planning for this blog, and I couldn't think of a better way to use them than to bake them into a Chardonnay Grape Protein Cake! I had these big plans of seeding the grapes and using some […]

Chocolate Protein Pancakes

June 4, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 5 Comments

stack of chocolate protein pancakes with chocolate protein icing and topped with cacao nibs on a white plate

Since I've been very impressed with with my 2-ingredient pancakes, I thought I'd try a chocolate version. I have to say, it did not disappoint! These frosted Chocolate Protein Pancakes are delicious! Chocolate Protein Pancakes This chocolate protein frosting is similar to my Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Frosting. Here I've used almond butter instead of hazelnut, […]

Black and White Protein Cookies

June 2, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 3 Comments

one whole and one half of black and white protein cookies

This easy recipe for high protein black and white cookies gives you all the same feels as the real ones, with 37g protein(!!) and without all the sugar and calories. Delicious protein snack! If you've never had a black and white cookie, it's a cake-like vanilla cookie with a hint of lemon, topped with chocolate […]

Coconut Pineapple Protein Tartlets

May 29, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 1 Comment

one coconut pineapple tartlet and a piece of fresh pineapple on a white plate with a quest bar and a coconut drink on a beige background

When I first tasted a Coconut Cashew Quest bar, I immediately thought to pair it with pineapple. I guess I am still dreaming of everything tropical! So here you have Coconut Pineapple Protein Tartlets! Coconut Pineapple Protein Tartlets To be honest, I was surprised at how delicious the Coconut Cashew Quest bar is. I am […]

Concord Grape Protein Gelato

May 27, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

small glass dessert dish with a few scoops of grape gelato on a purple linen and with a small bunch of purple grapes

I love grape! Anything grape. So when I got my hands on some Concord grapes last summer, I thought I'd try to lessen the sugar rush by turning them into Concord Grape Protein Gelato! Concord Grape Protein Gelato I received the grapes from my CSA, and they weren't seedless. It was a bit time-consuming to […]

Cherry Chocolate Chip Protein Frozen Yogurt

May 23, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

cherry frozen yogurt in a small jar with a cherry on top

When I was in college, I ate more than my share of Cherry Garcia frozen yogurt. And when I recently saw black cherry concentrate, all I could think of was creating this Cherry Chocolate Chip Protein Frozen Yogurt. A delicious, high-protein version of an old favorite! Cherry Chocolate Chip Protein Frozen Yogurt I'm using raw […]

Lemon Protein Cake with Vanilla Yogurt Protein Frosting

May 19, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 6 Comments

slice of lemon protein layer cake topped with yogurt frosting and a slice of lemon

I had a friend over to bake recently, and she wanted to make a lemon cake with vanilla frosting. So we created this Lemon Protein Cake with Vanilla Yogurt Protein Frosting! (Look how creamy that frosting is!) Lemon Protein Cake with Vanilla Yogurt Protein Frosting I labeled this cake as "intermediate" only because of the […]

Sopapilla Protein Cheesecake Bars

May 14, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 2 Comments

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 the layers make them so easy to pick up for a quick keto-friendly snack. Each piece has 8g protein and only 1g carbs! Traditional sopapilla cheesecake bars call for pastry dough crust filled with cheesecake. So for the top and bottom layers here, […]

Low Carb Protein Croutons

May 12, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 1 Comment

seasoned low carb croutons on a foil-lined pan

Crunchy and full of flavor, these low carb protein croutons are a great way to add protein to your favorite soup or salad. They are made with my Basic Protein Bread, and the macros can't be beat! With only 1g net carb per serving, these are great keto croutons that also offer 17g protein! Before […]

Quest Bar Cookies

May 7, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 13 Comments

eight pieces of a chocolate chip cookie dough quest bar baked into cookies on a white plate and next to a packaged quest bar.

If you've never baked your Quest bar into cookies, you have been missing out! This is a simple, quick way to enjoy the flavor of your favorite Quest bars as cookies! These make a great, quick, high protein snack. Great for when you're on-the-go, as they store and travel well. I often bake up several […]

Gluten Free Honey Oat Bread

May 3, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 8 Comments

angled top view of a cut loaf of gluten free bread with one slice down in front on unbleached parchment paper on a wood table

When I first started baking protein bread, I remember thinking about different bread flavors. Honey Oat Protein Bread was high up on my list, and I'm excited to say that it was a great idea. :) This bread is delicious! Gluten Free Honey Oat Bread I used a combination of unflavored rice and pea proteins […]

Coconut Chia Pudding

April 29, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese Leave a Comment

small round jar of coconut chia pudding layered with fresh pineapple on a woven beige placemat

I've been dreaming of everything tropical lately, and this Coconut Chia Pudding is the perfect tropical treat! Coconut Chia Pudding  Coconut Chia Pudding This recipe is similar to those for my Chia Protein Pudding and Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding, only that instead of cashews or almonds, this recipe uses coconut butter. And I've chosen to […]

Keto Cinnamon Protein Pancakes

April 23, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 4 Comments

fluffy protein pancakes covered in protein icing and cinnamon sprinkled on top

Another twist on the most simple protein pancake recipe, these are keto-friendly Cinnamon Protein Pancakes. And they are delicious! Keto Cinnamon Protein Pancakes Like my Vanilla Protein Pancakes with Chocolate Syrup and my Banana Berry Protein Pancakes, these pancakes are made with a vanilla pea protein blend. It is an amazing powder for baking and […]

Banana Berry Protein Pancakes (Healthy, GF, DF)

April 14, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 2 Comments

stack of banana berry protein pancakes on a plate.

Banana Berry Protein Pancakes are a great way to enjoy a high-protein breakfast to fuel your day. These healthy banana pancakes have 41g protein per serving and are made with simple ingredients like egg whites, ripe bananas, and raspberries, making them perfect for busy mornings.  In comparison to traditional pancakes, these protein banana pancakes pack […]

Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Eggs

April 11, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 3 Comments

bitten chocolate covered protein peanut butter egg drizzled in peanut butter on a white plate and surrounded by colored paper shreds

After seeing so much Easter candy in the stores, I knew I had to create some protein versions for you. Ditch the artificial sugary stuff, and make yourself some Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Eggs! Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Eggs I like to keep my recipes as simple as possible. The filling for these Chocolate Peanut […]

BEST Protein Banana Nut Bread (Easy, Healthy)

April 7, 2014 by Andrรฉa Marchese 16 Comments

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

For this high protein banana bread recipe, I started with a regular banana bread recipe and made some healthier swaps. The result is a moist, delicious protein banana nut bread that you won't believe is healthy. Seriously. It's that good! Ingredients For this banana bread protein powder recipe, you'll need: (Exact amounts and product links […]

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