We all love to enjoy a sweet treat every once in a while ... luckily there's guilt-free way to enjoy them while staying on track with your fitness goals!
In this blog we share 4 delicious dessert recipes that are packed with protein and sure to curb your sweet tooth. Check them out below:
Protein-Packed Cheesecake Bites
Ingredients:
1 cup cottage cheese
1 scoop Element Vanilla protein powder
1 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 cup crushed graham crackers (for topping)
A pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a blender or food processor, combine the ricotta cheese, protein powder, honey, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
2. Spoon the mixture into silicone molds or mini muffin tins lined with paper liners.
3. Top each bite with a pinch of crushed graham crackers and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
4. Freeze for 2-3 hours until solid. Serve directly from the freezer.
Serves: 10
Cal: 51
P: 5
C: 5
F: 2
High-Protein Chocolate Mug Cake
Ingredients:
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
1 tbsp almond flour or oat flour
1/2 tsp baking powder
1 tbsp cocoa powder
1 egg
2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a microwave-safe mug, combine the protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, cocoa powder, and a pinch of salt.
2. Add the egg, almond milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until smooth.
3. Stir in the chocolate chips (optional).
4. Microwave on high for 1-2 minutes until the cake rises and sets (cook time may vary depending on microwave).
5. Let cool for a minute, and enjoy!
Serves: 10
Cal: 332
P: 32
C: 14
F: 14
Cinnamon Protein Donut
Ingredients:
Donut
¼ Cup Carbon Fire Element Cinnamon Roll Protein
1 ¼ cup Self- Rising Flour
¾ Cup Granulate Sweetener of Choice
6 tbsp Olive Oil
1 Cup Milk of choice
Glaze
3 cups Powdered Sugar Substitute
1/3 Cup Carbon Fire Element Cinnamon Roll Protein
¼ Cup Milk of choice
Directions:
1. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Grease a 12-count donut pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add your dry ingredients and mix well. Then, add your wet ingredients, and mix until a thick batter remains. If it is too thick, add extra milk.
3. Transfer your batter into a ziplock bag. Cut one corner of it and distribute the batter evenly amongst the donut holes. Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until a skewer comes out clean.
4. Let the donuts cool in the pan for 10 minutes, before carefully transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, glaze them.
5. To make the glaze, combine the powdered sugar substitute with the protein. Slowly add the milk until thick and glossy. Dip each donut in the glaze then place them on a wire rack for the glaze to firm up.
Serves: 12
Cal: 98
P: 12
C: 9
F: 4
Protein Rice Krispies
Ingredients:
5 Cups Rice Krispies
1 Cup Level-1 Vanilla Ice Cream Protein Powder
10.5 oz Marshmallows
1/4 cup Coconut Oil
Directions:
1. Line a 9 x 9-inch baking tray with parchment and set aside. Alternatively, use any deep dish or large loaf pan.
2. In a large mixing bowl, add your crispy rice cereal and protein powder and set aside.
3. In a saucepan over low heat, melt your coconut oil with marshmallows until combined.
4. Pour over the dry ingredients and mix until fully incorporated. Transfer the mixture to the lined tray and press firmly into place. Let it sit for 30 minutes to firm up.
5. Once firm, use a sharp knife to slice into bars.
Serves: 16
Cal: 145
P: 15
C: 23
F: 6