Craving Chocolate? These 9 Protein Desserts Won’t Spike Blood Sugar

Chocolate cravings can be hard to ignore, and here are some of the best protein dessert options to answer yours! These options are full of rich, chocolatey flavor, but won’t leave you with a sugar crash an hour later. They’re simple to make, balanced enough to keep your energy steady, and honestly taste like a well-deserved treat!

Dairy-Free Chocolate Truffles

White chocolate coated truffles in a blue bowl with protein powder and a truffle on purple muffin cup beside it — Photo Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

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

Easy Twix Protein Bars

Chocolate coated Twix protein bars with two broken in half and stacked on top of each other. — Image Credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Crumbly cookie base, chewy caramel center, and coated in a rich chocolate sauce… and all high in protein! These protein Twix bars are a dairy-free, gluten-free twist on your favorite candy bar. To learn more: Dairy-Free Twix Protein Bars

Chocolate-Glazed Protein Donuts

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Soft, fluffy donuts topped with a sticky, dairy-free chocolate glaze. These protein donuts make the perfect healthy dessert when you want something sweet but also something fueling.

Get the recipe: Glazed Protein Donuts

Salted Chocolate Microwave Cake

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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

Creamy Chocolate Protein Pudding

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The ultimate craving buster. This chocolate protein pudding is made in just minutes and with only 4 ingredients. It’s deliciously rich, thick, and totally dairy-free. Use it as a dessert-like snack when you’re craving sweets but still want to rock your goals.

Get the recipe: Chocolate Protein Pudding

Gluten-Free Chocolatey Zucchini Bread

Chocolate protein zucchini in a loaf pan lined with parchment paper and chocolate chips around it. — Photo credit: Fit as a Mama Bear

Amp up your intake and enjoy something sweet with this protein zucchini bread! Naturally dairy and gluten-free but loaded with comfort, this chocolate zucchini bread makes the perfect addition to any dessert table.

Get the recipe: Protein Zucchini Bread

Bite-Sized Chocolate Freezer 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

Gluten-Free Vegan Chocolate Brownies

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Thick, fudgy, and rich, this protein brownies recipe is secretly good for you too! Naturally gluten-free, this brownies recipe uses vegan protein powder in place of flour to give you all the indulgence without the calories. To learn more: Dairy-Free Fudgy Protein Brownies

Peanut Butter Choco Rice Krispie Bars

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A crunchy, healthy dessert with a high protein twist. These protein rice Krispie treats are a rich combination of peanut butter, maple syrup, and collagen powder to bring you 12 grams of protein and a whole lot of flavor. To learn more: Protein Rice Krispie Treats