10 Protein Desserts That Won’t Sabotage Your Diet

Who says dessert has to be a cheat meal? These high-protein desserts prove you can indulge without derailing your goals. Packed with protein and clean ingredients, they’ll crush your cravings and keep you full longer! So whether you need a post-workout treat, a late-night snack, or just something sweet and satisfying, these desserts have your back.

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

Gluten-Free Chocolate Zucchini Bread

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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

Chunky Monkey Homemade 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

Rich and Creamy Strawberry Cheesecake

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Rich and indulgent but high in protein this strawberry protein cheesecake recipe makes the perfect dessert! Made with a chewy protein cookie base and topped with a creamy cheesecake filling, this protein dessert is worth the extra effort.

Get the recipe: High Protein Cheesecake

Easy Paleo Frozen Berry 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

Gluten-Free Banana Protein Brownies

Amp up your daily protein intake and indulge your sweet tooth with these banana protein brownies! Rich and fudgy in texture and with no sugar added, these flourless brownies make the perfect "everyday" dessert.

Get the recipe: Flourless Banana Protein Brownies

Dairy-Free Chewy 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

Nut-Free Double Chocolate Bars

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A rich, chocolate indulgence with a little bit of fuel. These protein bars without nuts are more like dessert than a healthy snack. Made with six ingredients and covered in a dairy-free chocolate ganache these protein bars will become a staple in your weekly meal prep.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Protein Bars

Vegan Carrot Cake Oatmeal Balls

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Easy to make and soft in texture these carrot cake protein balls have all the flavor of carrot cake without all the calories! A protein ball recipe with oats, vegan protein powder, and banana, these bites make a great snack or easy, no-bake dessert! To learn more: Carrot Cake Protein Balls

Fudgy 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