The best way to indulge, these high-protein single-serve desserts mean you don’t need to share! Increase your protein intake and curb your sweet tooth with these protein dessert recipes. They’re easy to make, naturally dairy and gluten-free, and the perfect way to satisfy a sweet craving.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, one of my goals is helping to bridge the gap between eating a healthy diet and eating foods you enjoy. These high-protein single-serve desserts help to do just that.
They’re the perfect blend of sweet indulgence but packed with enough protein that they won’t leave your blood sugars and energy crashing moments later. All of the recipes use collagen powder or vegan protein powder as their protein source to transform regular recipes into protein-packed deliciousness- just like my Strong and Sweet Protein guide that focuses on dessert-like snacks with 17 grams or more of protein.
Perks Of The Recipes
Easy to make: There’s nothing to fancy regarding skills for these protein desserts and if you have a stocked gluten-free pantry you should be good.
Healthy: I use that term loosely as it’s variable. However, all of the recipes listed are dairy-free, gluten-free, packed with protein and most use natural sugars like honey and maple syrup.
So tasty: With these recipes you’ll find your favorite flavors that you crave throughout the month.
What Makes The Recipes High In Protein
All of the protein recipes use either collagen powder or protein powder (learn the difference between collagen and protein). My recommendation for clients is to have everyone eat one gram of protein per pound of bodyweight per day and these ingredients make that a bit easier when you're busy.
Collagen powder is a protein. It is mostly found in bones, skin, connective tissues, and meat. It can be made from any animal but is mostly made from cows, chicken, and fish. Though not a complete protein, it’s amazing for healing your gut, improving hair, skin, and nails, and is great for adding more protein to your diet. Check out these foods high in collagen to work more in.
Vegan protein powder is what’s used for protein desserts. Know that each protein powder is unique in how it’s flavored and how it mixes with other ingredients. Learn more about choosing a vegan protein powder. Vegan protein powder cannot be subbed 1:1 for whey protein so you’ll need to adjust a bit if that’s what you use. My favorite brands for these recipes are Naked Nutrition Protein (least ingredients), Transformation Protein (most dessert-like taste), and Botanica Protein (overall best of both worlds).
Single Serve Protein Desserts
Scroll through the protein recipes below to find some new favorites that you can whip up in just minutes. All of the recipes are dairy-free, gluten-free and can be made using minimal ingredients from the pantry. Plus, there’s a flavor for everyone so they’re a great way to busy through cravings!
Vegan Chocolate Mug Brownie
With a dense but moist texture, this vegan mug brownie is the perfect craving buster. Made in just 2 minutes and with 16 grams of protein, this protein mug brownie helps you have your cake and eat it too. To learn more: Vegan Mug Brownie
3 Ingredient Protein Mug Cake
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: 3 Ingredient Protein Mug Cake
Peanut Butter Choco Protein Cookie
With 30 grams of protein, this single serving protein cookie is a healthy way to indulge a craving. Made with a peanut butter and chocolate chip flavor, this protein cookie can be whipped up and enjoyed in just 10 minutes. Get the recipe: Single serving Protein Cookie
Fluffy Carrot Mug Cake
A microwave mug cake that’s perfect for any occasion. This carrot mug cake is ready to eat in just two minutes and comes out soft, fluffy, and with 15 grams of protein.
Get the recipe: Carrot Mug Cake
Sticky Chocolate Pudding
With 13 grams of protein per bowl, this chocolate protein pudding recipe makes the perfect bedtime snack! Made with only five ingredients protein pudding is an easy way to bump up your intake for the day. To learn more: Sticky Chocolate Protein Pudding
Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
Need a quick and easy snack that’s gluten-free and high in protein? This chocolate chip mug cake has your name on it!
Get the recipe: Chocolate Chip Mug Cake
Salted Chocolate Mug Cake
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
5 Minute Vegan Double Chocolate Protein Fluff (28g Protein)
Indulge in all the creaminess of double chocolate with this one-minute vegan protein fluff. Made with vegan protein powder and sweetened with maple syrup, this chocolate protein fluff makes the perfect high-protein snack idea.
Get the recipe: Vegan Double Chocolate Protein Fluff
Funfetti Protein Mug Cake (Gluten-Free)
The perfect single-serving dessert? Have a sweet craving? Satisfy your craving in just 2 minutes. This protein mug cake makes dessert an everyday occurrence.
Get the recipe: Protein Mug Cake
Apple Mug Cake (No Egg!)
Indulge in a delicious treat with this high-protein apple mug cake! Made with real apples, vegan protein powder, and rich coconut milk, this apple pie mug cake is a single-serve treat that whips up in just two minutes!
Get the recipe: Apple Mug Cake
Dairy-Free Cookies And Cream Protein Shake
Thick, creamy, and better than any milkshake, this cookies and cream protein shake is a healthy indulgence you need on hand. A protein smoothie that's an easy way to boost your protein intake and fuel up post-workout or gain some afternoon energy!
Get the recipe: Dairy-Free Cookies And Cream Protein Shak
Sticky Chocolate Protein Pudding
With 13 grams of protein per bowl, this chocolate protein pudding recipe makes the perfect bedtime snack! Made with only five ingredients protein pudding is an easy way to bump up your intake for the day.
Get the recipe: Sticky Chocolate Protein Pudding
Salted Caramel Smoothie
Enjoy this sweet and salty indulgence any time of the day! A salted caramel protein shake worthy of dessert. Made with vanilla vegan protein powder and drizzled with homemade caramel sauce, this dairy-free protein shake is the perfect afternoon pick me up.
Get the recipe: Salted Caramel Smoothie
Banana Protein Pudding
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
Pumpkin Protein Mug Cake
A quick and easy way to indulge in your favorite pumpkin pie spice seasonings while gaining some energy. This pumpkin protein mug cake is a soft, almost gooey cake with a classic pumpkin comfort flavor and 18 grams of protein. To learn more: Pumpkin Protein Mug Cake
Lemon Chia Seed Pudding
A creamy blend of coconut, lemon, and protein to give you a morning boost! This lemon protein chia seed pudding is an easy way to up your daily protein intake and enjoy what you eat. To learn more: Lemon Chia Seed Pudding
Fast, crave-worthy snacks that hit your protein goals (without tracking or extra cooking time).
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