10 Delicious Protein Desserts That Build Muscle, Not Guilt

Enjoy delicious protein desserts that are packed with flavors and muscle-building goodness, all without the dreaded sugar crash! Each recipe is packed with protein to support muscle recovery, without loading up on sugar. Think gooey mug cakes, creamy fluffs, and cookies that taste like a cheat meal but aren’t. Because who says dessert can’t help you hit your fitness goals?

Homemade Twix Protein Bars

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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

Easy Peanut Butter Cookie

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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

Creamy Mixed Berry Protein Fluff

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Only four ingredients and 21 grams of protein in this protein fluff recipe! This high-protein snack recipe fluffs up like no other giving you the feeling of ultimate indulgence without all the calories!

Get the recipe: Triple Berry Protein Fluff

Paleo Peanut Butter Protein Fudge

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Soft, salted, and the perfect protein dessert. This peanut butter protein fudge will be hard to put down. A freezer fudge recipe that requires no tempering but makes the perfect midday treat. Dairy-free, paleo, and high-protein to give you some fuel at the same time.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Protein Fudge

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

Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Cookies

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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

6-Ingredient Berry Frozen Yogurt

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Indulge with each bite of this high protein frozen yogurt! This protein frozen yogurt recipe is made with just six ingredients and comes with up to 19 grams of protein in just 171 calories. It’s the perfect protein dessert to brighten up your day. To learn more: High Protein Frozen Yogurt

Chocolate PB Rice Krispie Treats

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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

No-Churn Vanilla Ice Cream

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Smooth, creamy, and no churning required! This vanilla protein ice cream is a delicious way to indulge while still boosting your daily protein intake. Made with just five ingredients this protein ice cream can be eaten in a bowl or scooped into an ice cream cone to cool down on a hot day.

Get the recipe: Vanilla Protein Ice Cream

Crunchy Peanut Butter Chocolate Bark

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Made with only 5 ingredients and with 7+ grams of protein this peanut butter protein bark is the ultimate treat. If you have a sweet tooth, this crunchy peanut butter bark swirled with chocolate is a tasty way to curb it.

Get the recipe: Peanut Butter Chocolate Protein Bark