10 High-Protein Comfort Foods That Won’t Derail Progress

Rainy days and long afternoons often call for those cozy, familiar dishes that feel like a warm hug. It’s completely possible to enjoy those classic favorites while still staying right on track with wellness goals. These recipes take the heavy, sluggish feeling out of traditional comfort food and replace it with ingredients that power the body. From easy bakes to cozy dinners, these high-protein options prove that staying the course doesn't mean skipping the fun stuff!

2-Minute Mug Pancake

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Ready in just 2 minutes this high protein pancake bowl makes for a fueling breakfast on busy mornings. With 34 grams of protein and requires only 4 ingredients, each bite of this mug pancake is soft, sweet, and delicious.To learn more: Mug Protein Pancake

High-Protein Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

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Swirled with creamy, buttery, cinnamon sugar and packed with protein, this egg white oatmeal is the perfect way to kick off your day! Whip up a mug of this high-protein oatmeal and enjoy it on a cool day as a lazy brunch. You won’t be disappointed.

Get the recipe: Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal

Coffee Chia Pudding

Indulge in this creamy, coffee chia pudding first thing in the morning or for an afternoon energy boost. This dairy-free chia pudding recipe is easy, make-ahead meal that can satisfy a sweet tooth just as well as it can fuel you up!

Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Coffee Chia Pudding

Creamy Thai Chicken Pineapple Curry

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Tender and juicy bites of chicken simmered in a rich and creamy sauce; this Thai chicken pineapple curry is a comforting weeknight dinner. Ready in just 20 minutes, this green curry uses pineapple for a punch of tropical flavor. To learn more: Thai Chicken Pineapple Curry

Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

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Made from scratch in the slow cooker this gluten-free chicken noodle soup is a comforting blend of ingredients perfect for chilly nights. To learn more: Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup

Easy Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Dairy-free chicken alfredo casserole in a clear casserole dish with green onions on top and a blue spoon scopping some out. — Photo Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Looking for comfort food with a dairy-free twist? This dairy-free chicken alfredo casserole is the perfect weeknight meal. Filled with creamy alfredo sauce, and protein-packed with chicken, and silky sundried tomatoes throughout it, this gluten-free chicken casserole is one you’ll want to have on hand!

Get the recipe: Chicken Alfredo Casserole

Gluten-Free Turkey Spinach Pasta

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Your solution to busy weeknights this gluten-free ground turkey pasta is made in just 20 minutes. Protein-packed and naturally dairy-free this healthy pasta dinner takes the stress out of hectic schedules. To learn more: Ground Turkey Pasta

Healthy Chocolate Truffles

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Creamy and rich these protein truffles are a hit for any occasion! Made using dairy-free chocolate chips and thickened with protein powder, these chocolate truffles have a healthy but indulgent twist.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Protein Truffles

Banana Peanut Butter Pudding

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A creamy indulgence with classic peanut butter banana flavor. This dairy-free banana protein pudding is whipped up in just 2 minutes with only 3 ingredients making it the perfect way to indulge.

Get the recipe: Banana Protein Pudding

Salted Chocolate Protein Mug Cake

Chocolate protein pwoder mug cake topped with peanut butter and coconut whippe cream in a white mug on a blue linen. — Photo credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

The perfect way to indulge a craving! This protein powder mug cake is made into salted chocolate bliss to give you maximum indulgence and fuel. All you need is 7 ingredients and 75 seconds in the microwave and you’ll be enjoying a slice of warm mini cake!

Get the recipe: Salted Chocolate Mug Cake