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    Home > Blog > Protein Recipe Roundups

    34 Protein Powder Desserts (Easy, Healthy Recipes)

    Updated: Feb 5, 2025 · Published: Dec 23, 2022 · By Andréa Marchese · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    collage of high protein desserts with text overlay.
    collage of protein powder desserts with text overlay.

    High protein desserts can make it deliciously easy to hit your protein goals. This collection of 31 protein powder desserts has something to satisfy every sweet tooth! 

    collage of protein powder desserts with text overlay.

    Pro Tips:

    Parchment paper is a must have with protein baking! Most high protein bakes will stick to the pans much more than their traditional versions. Baking in silicone bakeware is also a good choice.

    For no-bake recipes, I suggest using alcohol free vanilla extract or this low alcohol baking vanilla. 

    Store your bakes in an airtight container in the fridge for best keeping (usually 3-5 days). For longer storage, wrap the items in plastic wrap and them place in an airtight container or freezer bag and keep them in the freezer.

    Different types of protein powders combine and bake very differently. For best results, do not swap different types of protein powder unless the recipe notes state otherwise. (Don't swap whey protein with plant-based protein powders, for example.)

    Trust me on this, and you'll have great results with these healthy protein powder recipes! Read more here: The Best Protein Powder for Baking.

    Click through each recipe link to find the full recipe and nutrition information.

    1. 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, snack, or dessert. Egg free, gluten free, and delicious!
    Banana Peanut Butter Protein Cookies (Easy, Healthy) Recipe

    2. 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

    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
    One of our most popular recipes, this is a delicious rice pudding recipe with cooked rice and whey protein. This healthy dessert recipe is sweetened with maple syrup, and that can be swapped for something lower glycemic (like agave nectar or coconut sugar) or your favorite low calorie natural sweetener. 
    Protein Rice Pudding Recipe with Cooked Rice Recipe

    4. EASY Protein Chocolates (Sugar Free)

    a closeup photo of sugar free high protein chocolates in a tin.
    Learn how to make sugar free chocolates with high protein fillings. These protein chocolates are the perfect sweet treat for a holiday or Valentine's gift, and they're even better for treating yourself! Made with sugar free dark chocolate chips and sugar free milk chocolate chips.
    EASY Protein Chocolates (Sugar Free) Recipe

    5. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pie

    slice of chocolate peanut butter pie with chocolate crust and chocolate drizzle and a forkful of creamy pie pulled from the slice
    A deliciously indulgent recipe for low-sugar, gluten-free Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie with 23 grams of protein! Great recipe using black cocoa and peanut butter powders. Can be made vegan, too!
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Pie Recipe

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

    a slice of creamy protein cheesecake being lifted and pulled from the cheesecake.
    This creamy high protein cheesecake recipe is a healthier version of a family cheesecake recipe, and it's just as delicious. Ingredients include vanilla protein powder and greek yogurt (nonfat, 2%, or full fat Greek yogurt all work well here). One of my all-time favorite protein-packed desserts!
    BEST Protein Cheesecake Recipe (NY Style w/ Healthy Swaps) Recipe

    7. Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies

    one bitten chocolate chip cookie being pulled from a pile of cookies
    One of my favorite recipes! This is an easy recipe for soft chocolate chip protein cookies made with whey protein powder, almond flour, and stevia-sweetened chocolate chips. Baked in 6-8 minutes!
    Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies Recipe

    8. The BEST Protein Fudge

    six pieces of double layer fudge with cacao nibs on top
    An upgrade to keto fat bombs that the entire family will love! The combination of delicious flavors truly makes this the best protein fudge.
    The BEST Protein Fudge Recipe

    9. 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 are the best you'll find! Made with natural ingredients including a pea protein powder blend and egg whites, and these protein cupcakes are gluten free. Great for meal prep as a healthy protein breakfast or anytime snack.
    Protein Cupcakes (Healthy, Gluten Free Cupcake Recipe) Recipe

    10. 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

    11. Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse

    raspberry cheesecake mousse in shot glasses with a fresh raspberry on each
    Creamy and bursting with flavor, this Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse is keto friendly, has added protein, and is easy to make. Plain greek yogurt, whey protein, and low fat cream cheese give the smooth, creamy texture. A little bit of indulgence with a dose of protein!
    Raspberry Cheesecake Mousse Recipe

    12. Protein Hot Chocolate (Healthy Mix Recipe)

    angled view of a glass mug with protein hot chocolate and mini marshmallows
    Easy recipe for a creamy, dreamy, protein hot chocolate. Mix the dry ingredients and keep in the pantry as a protein hot chocolate mix! Also includes recommendations for how to prepare each serving with your milk of choice.
    Protein Hot Chocolate (Healthy Mix Recipe) Recipe

    13. Chocolate Protein Cake (Healthy, Flourless)

    slice of double layer chocolate protein cake with fluffy chocolate protein frosting on a white background
    One of my very first protein cakes, this delicious healthy recipe for Chocolate Protein Cake is egg-free, gluten-free, and flourless. Sweetened with applesauce! Make it with black cocoa powder for the dark, rich cake shown in the photos.
    Chocolate Protein Cake (Healthy, Flourless) Recipe

    14. Orange Carrot Protein Cookies (Whey)

    three orange iced carrot cookies on a white plate, one bitten, with a glass of orange carrot juice in the background
    These Orange Carrot Cookies are packed with flavor - and protein! Carrot and coconut protein cookies topped with orange icing. Delicious for dessert or a healthy snack!
    Orange Carrot Protein Cookies (Whey) Recipe

    15. Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake Gingerbread Bars

    square cut pumpkin cheesecake bars with gingerbread crust and topped with protein candy corn on a white plate
    These pumpkin protein cheesecake gingerbread bars have pumpkin spice cheesecake over a gingerbread crust, and they combine to be the perfect treat! Whey is used in the cheesecake and vegan protein powder makes the yummy, crumbly crust. Less sugar but just as delicious as the original. Only 3g net carbs!
    Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake Gingerbread Bars Recipe

    16. Chocolate Fudge Brownie Protein Frozen Yogurt

    ice cream dish with chocolate fudge brownie frozen yogurt topped with chunks of protein brownie and a wooden dessert spoon
    25g of protein in this delicious homemade Chocolate Fudge Brownie Protein Frozen Yogurt, made with homemade protein brownies! A delicious twist on protein ice cream.
    Chocolate Fudge Brownie Protein Frozen Yogurt Recipe

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

    one whole and one half of black and white protein cookies
    A NYC classic cookie redesigned to be high protein and much lower in sugar. A delicious recipe for a single serving dessert!
    Black and White Protein Cookies (Whey, Gluten-Free) Recipe

    18. Healthy Banoffee Pie

    slice of banoffee pie showing the layers and with a forkful pulled from the slice, all on a white plate
    A gluten-free, high-protein version of the banana toffee favorite! Healthy Banoffee Pie with 20g protein per serving.
    Healthy Banoffee Pie Recipe

    19. Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge

    three pieces of chocolate protein fudge with peanut butter swirl on a white serving plate
    High protein chocolate peanut butter deliciousness! This freezer fudge recipe has amazing flavor and texture, and it's easy to make. Along with chocolate protein powder, the recipe calls for peanut butter and peanut butter powder for a double dose of pb.
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Freezer Fudge Recipe

    20. Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding

    a small jar filled with chocolate chia pudding and topped with raspberries and cacao nibs
    Easy, delicious chia-based chocolate protein pudding made with chocolate whey protein and unsweetened almond milk. This chia chocolate pudding is great as dessert, snack, or a healthy breakfast.
    Chocolate Chia Protein Pudding Recipe

    21. 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 sweet treat. A great option for making protein bars, too!
    Pecan Protein Bites Recipe

    22. 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
    A great way to get the delicious flavor of Girl Scout Samoas in a high-protein, low-sugar, gluten-free truffle. Coconut Caramel Protein Balls!
    Coconut Caramel Protein Balls Recipe

    23. Meyer Lemon Protein Cheesecake with Honey Hemp Crust

    slice of cheesecake with hemp heart crust and a twisted slice of meyer lemon on top, on a white plate
    A delicious high-protein, low sugar indulgence! Meyer Lemon Protein Cheesecake with Honey Hemp Crust, a citrus twist on creamy cheesecake.
    Meyer Lemon Protein Cheesecake with Honey Hemp Crust Recipe

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

    three slices of high protein pumpkin pie in the pie dish, with sugar free whipped cream on top.
    Swap a few simple ingredients in a traditional pumpkin pie recipe to make this high protein, low sugar, and gluten free version. This Pumpkin Protein Pie is definitely holiday-worthy!
    Protein Pumpkin Pie (Easy, Delicious, Healthy Recipe) Recipe

    25. Peach Blackberry Protein Tarts

    two small tarts filled with peaches and blackberries, one in front and one behind
    36g protein in these delicious Peach Blackberry Protein Tarts, and the fruit and protein combo makes this a filling sweet treat!
    Peach Blackberry Protein Tarts Recipe

    26. Single Serve Protein Cheesecake

    ramekin of protein cheesecake with chocolate shavings and three raspberries on top and a spoonful showing the creamy texture, on a red placemat
    A delicious and creamy single serve protein cheesecake with 28 g protein. An indulgent protein treat!
    Single Serve Protein Cheesecake Recipe

    27. Star Anise Pear Protein Cupcakes

    frosted cupcake with a whole star anise on top
    A delicious flavor combination in a high protein treat! Star Anise Pear Protein Cupcakes made with protein powder and naturally gluten free.
    Star Anise Pear Protein Cupcakes Recipe

    28. Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake (Low Carb Recipe)

    piece of pumpkin protein cheesecake topped with sugar free whipped cream, with a forkful of cheesecake.
    This indulgent pumpkin protein cheesecake has only 211 calories per slice with 14g protein and 6g carbs. Delicious protein powder recipe!
    Pumpkin Protein Cheesecake (Low Carb Recipe) Recipe

    29. Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse

    straight on view of pumpkin cheesecake mousse in shot glasses with a mini pumpkin on an etched glass cake stand
    This keto pumpkin cheesecake mousse is a filling, indulgent protein treat to satisfy your pumpkin cravings. And there's no baking required!
    Keto Pumpkin Cheesecake Mousse Recipe

    30. Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Tartlets

    three chocolate hazelnut tartets going front to back on a white plate
    These Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Tartlets will satisfy your Nutella cravings with a gluten-free, high-protein treat! 
    Chocolate Hazelnut Protein Tartlets Recipe

    31. 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 snack. 8g protein and 1g carbs per piece!
    Sopapilla Protein Cheesecake Bars Recipe

    32. 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
    A delicious recipe for gluten free, high protein lemon bars with no added sugar. Made with a whole lemon!
    Protein Lemon Bars Recipe

    33. High Protein Frozen Yogurt Recipe (with Ice Cream Maker)

    close of view of scoops of cinnamon protein frozen yogurt in a glass ice cream dish
    This frozen yogurt recipe is super easy to make with an ice cream maker, and the flavor options are endless! High protein, too!
    High Protein Frozen Yogurt Recipe (with Ice Cream Maker) Recipe

    34. 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

    Incorporating high-protein desserts into your routine is a simple way to satisfy your sweet cravings while staying on track with your goals.

    These delicious recipes are packed with enough protein and made with healthy ingredients, so you can indulge guilt-free.

    Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking for a quick treat, these desserts prove that healthy and tasty can go hand in hand. Try a few and find your new favorite way to enjoy protein-packed sweetness!

    For more delicious protein desserts, check out 18 healthy desserts with protein and 🍩 25 delicious protein donut recipes!

    If you'd like more info about using protein powder in recipes, subscribe here to get my Protein Baking Cheat Sheet!

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    Hi, I'm Andréa! I’ve been baking with protein powder since 2013, and I can give you all the top tips for creating delicious high protein snacks, desserts, and more.

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