9 High-Protein Desserts to Enjoy Poolside Without the Crash

Lounging by the pool with something sweet in hand? Yes, please. These high-protein desserts are perfect for warm days when you want something sweet that won’t leave you dragging afterward. From frozen bites to creamy favorites, each one brings that just-right mix of flavor and fuel. Toss one in the cooler or keep a stash in the freezer. Either way, you’ve got dessert covered without the energy dip!

Healthy Brownies with Coffee Frosting

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Thick, rich, and deliciously indulgent these dark coffee brownies are packed with protein! Made with mostly healthy ingredients and topped with a creamy coffee frosting, these chocolate protein brownies will become your go-to dessert in no time.

Get the recipe: High Protein Coffee Brownies

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

With a light, flakey outer shell and a soft inside, these peanut butter chocolate chip protein cookies are reminiscent of the classic flavor! Naturally gluten-free, these chocolate chip cookies use vegan protein powder to bind to the peanut butter to make a smooth, indulgent treat.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies

Gluten-Free Chocolate Protein Fudge

Silky smooth this chocolate protein fudge makes a tasty, bite-sized protein dessert! This freezer fudge is easy to whip up (only 6 ingredients!) and naturally dairy and gluten-free.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Protein Fudge

Creamy Chunky Monkey Ice Cream

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Indulge in your favorite dessert with a high-protein twist! This chunky monkey homemade protein ice cream is made with a base of frozen bananas and swirled with chocolate sauce. You can devour it from a bowl or pop it into an ice cream cone for the best summer indulgence.

Get the recipe: Chunky Monkey Ice Cream

Easy Peanut Butter Banana Pudding

Banana protein pudding in a jar with peanut butter on top and a spoon and more peanut butter around it. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

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

Vanilla Chocolate Ice Cream Bars

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These homemade ice cream bars are made with rich vanilla protein ice cream and coasted in a two-ingredient chocolate shell. They’re the perfect way to treat yourself while still sticking to your goals.

Get the recipe: Homemade Ice Cream Bars

Rich Chocolate Mousse

Combining the rich flavor of chocolate with the nutritional benefits of protein powder, this protein mousse recipe is a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth! To learn more: Chocolate Protein Mousse

Strawberry Lemonade Popsicles

Protein popsicles with strawberries in a white silicone mold with berries, lemon, and honey around them. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

The perfect summer snack that combines refreshing flavor and lots of fuel (8 grams of protein!). These strawberry lemonade protein popsicles are a creamy blend of 5 ingredients and a great way to stay cool!

Get the recipe: Strawberry Lemonade Protein Popsicles

Vanilla Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Five peanut butter vanilla protein bars lined up flat on parchment paper and drizzled with chocolate. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Easy to make, these vanilla peanut butter protein bars make a tasty post-workout snack! Made with vegan protein powder and creamy peanut butter this homemade protein bar recipe is great on-the-go and for meal prep!

Get the recipe: Vanilla Peanut Butter Protein Bars

Dairy-Free Chocolate Protein 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