25 Protein-Packed Desserts That Will Leave You Feeling Satisfied
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Protein is an important macronutrient that will help you build lean muscle and keep you feeling fuller. Sure, you can get your protein fix with a chicken breast or protein shake, but what about something sweet? Turns out it's totally possible to enjoy dessert and also load up on protein at the same time.
With these 25 protein-packed desserts, you don't have to choose between eating something with protein and eating something to satisfy your sweet tooth. These healthy dessert recipes won't blow your macros and will leave you feeling satisfied. Plus, they're damn delicious.
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Chickpea Cookie Dough
Get the recipe: chickpea cookie dough
Total protein: 11.1 grams
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Chocolate Milkshake Smoothie
Get the recipe: chocolate milkshake smoothie
Total protein: 22 grams
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Chocolate Almond Protein Bars
Get the recipe: chocolate almond protein bars
Total protein: 12.8 grams
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Brownie Bites
Get the recipe: brownie bites
Total protein: 5.1 grams (per bite)
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Vanilla Shake
Get the recipe: vanilla shake
Total protein: 17.4 grams
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PB Protein Balls
Get the recipe: PB protein balls
Total protein: 9 grams (two balls)
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Molten Lava Cake
Get the recipe: molten lava cake
Total protein: 20.1 grams
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Chocolate Raspberry Protein Balls
Get the recipe: chocolate raspberry protein balls
Total protein: 3.3 grams
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Protein-Packed Vegan Ice Cream
Get the recipe: protein-packed vegan ice cream
Total protein: 15.1 grams
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Chocolate-Mousse-Filled Strawberries
Get the recipe: chocolate-mousse-filled strawberries
Total protein: 5.6 grams
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Chocolate Hummus
Get the recipe: chocolate hummus
Total protein: 5 grams
Protein-Packed Brownies
Get the recipe: protein-packed brownies
Total protein: 5 grams
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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Pie Protein Balls
Get the recipe: chocolate chip pumpkin pie protein balls
Total protein: 3.4 grams
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Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Freezer Fudge
Get the recipe: vegan chocolate chip cookie dough freezer fudge
Total protein: 5.8 grams
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Roasted Honey Cinnamon Chickpeas
Get the recipe: roasted honey cinnamon chickpeas
Total protein: 6.2 grams
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Chocolate Chip Pumpkin Bars
Get the recipe: chocolate chip pumpkin bars
Total protein: 8.3 grams
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Paleo Pecan Pie Bars
Get the recipe: Paleo pecan pie bars
Total protein: 5.9 grams
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Lemon Blueberry Protein Muffins
Get the recipe: lemon blueberry protein muffins
Total protein: 6.0 grams
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Pumpkin Raisin Flax Muffins
Get the recipe: pumpkin raisin flax muffins
Total protein: 5.0 grams
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Vegan Chocolate Frosted Doughnuts
Get the recipe: vegan chocolate frosted doughnuts
Total protein: 5.1 grams
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Sweet Potato Banana Protein Bread
Get the recipe: sweet potato banana protein bread
Total protein: 10.4 grams
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Banana Oatmeal Crumb Muffins With Avocado
Get the recipe: banana oatmeal crumb muffins with avocado
Total protein: 5.2 grams
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Cherry Almond Coconut Protein Balls
Get the recipe: cherry almond coconut protein balls
Total protein: 3.7 grams
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Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Protein Balls
Get the recipe: chocolate chip peanut butter protein balls
Total Protein: 3.3 grams