We all want to get a little fruity every now and then. Whether it’s to boost nutrient intake, make sure the kids are getting their vitamins or just to impress the lads at the next footie game 😉 , we’ve got your back. This reeeaaaaallllyyyyy easy yogurt dip only takes a couple of mins to knock together and adds a whole new spin to your five a day.

We’re on a bit of a nut craze at the mo, and that’s reflected in this recipe.

If you’re anything like us then you probably don’t eat anywhere near the recommended amount of fruit – this dip is here to change that.

It’s great as a snack or even as a full meal – just dip in your favourite fruits!

It’s really tasty (how could yoghurt and peanut butter not be?) and you can even make your own peanut butter to save on money, sugar and additives.

Talking about dips: the other day I saw this Brownie Batter Dip, definitely a naughty recipe. But if you’re after more than one dip and want to cover the chocolate fans, that’s the one to try out!

Health Benefits – High Protein Yogurt Dip

It’s high in protein thanks to the nuts and yoghurt – and everybody needs protein!

Whether you’re rebuilding muscles after a workout or just wanting to stave off the effects of growth failure or decreased immunity then make sure you get your daily fill.

As I said, we’re all nuts about nuts (sorry) right now – they’re incredible. Every diet should include a few a day. They reduce your risk of heart disease, lower bad cholesterol and raise good cholesterol.

They help prevent blood clots and irregular heart rhythms, relax blood vessels and ease blood flow. They also contain vitamin E, fibre and potassium.

It’s a no-brainer, really.

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High Protein Yogurt Dip

High Protein Yogurt Dip. Just three ingredients: plain yogurt, peanut butter and honey. 14g of protein per 100g. Perfect with fruit and ready in 3 minutes.

Course Desserts, Dips & Sauces, Sides

Cuisine Vegetarian

Diet Gluten Free, Egg Free, Dairy Free, Vegetarian

Time Max 10 min

Calories Above 650 kcal

Type meal plan recipes

Diet egg-free, gluten-free

Prep Time 3 minutes minutes

Total Time 3 minutes minutes

Servings 1 small bowl

Calories 1052kcal

Author HurryTheFoodUp

Ingredients

• 1 cup natural yogurt (Greek yogurt also goes great)
• ½ cup peanut butter
• 1 tbsp honey

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Instructions 

• Easy as pie (or dip).
• Get a bowl, add yogurt, peanut butter and honey.
• Stir.
• Serve.
• Impress.

Notes

The “Universal Ingredient Ratio” for this dip:

• 2 parts yogurt
• 1 part peanut butter
• 1/4 part honey

 

IF YOU LIKED THIS RECIPE: and you’re after more dips then check out this five minute natural and simple Salsa. Otherwise these 2 Ingredient Banana Oat Fitness Cookies might be right up your street!

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

High Protein Yogurt Dip

Serving Size

 

400 g

Amount per Serving

Calories

1052

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

51

g

78

%

Saturated Fat

 

3.7

g

23

%

Cholesterol

 

4

mg

1

%

Sodium

 

50

mg

2

%

Potassium

 

148

mg

4

%

Carbohydrates

 

45

g

15

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

10.8

g

12

%

Protein

 

42

g

84

%

Vitamin A

 

50

IU

1

%

Vitamin C

 

0.8

mg

1

%

Calcium

 

110

mg

11

%

Iron

 

4.1

mg

23

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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I even made these for my daughter’s birthday, and she fell in love with the delightful strawberry compote.
If you’re curious to see what the hype is about, don’t hesitate to try out the recipe!

What are protein powder pancakes?

Protein powder pancakes are a delicious breakfast idea with a scoop of protein powder and served with beautiful strawberry compote and nut butter.

This recipe includes two of my favourite pancake accompaniments: oats and strawberries.

I know that oats don’t sound like the most important ingredient here but trust me, they make a big difference in the texture and fiber content.

Benefits of protein powder pancakes

Protein powder is the ‘it ingredient’ in these pancakes. It boosts the protein content essential for satiety, hunger control and muscle repair and growth.

The recipe also incorporates egg, soy milk, and nut butter — great vegetarian sources of protein which elevate the nutritional value even further.

If you like strawberries as much as I do, you’ll be pleased to hear about their high levels of vitamin C, manganese, folate, and potassium.

So the strawberry compote topping isn’t only for flavour and colour, but also for health benefits including improved heart health.

Pancakes with protein powder are one of the best high-protein breakfasts you can enjoy. You won’t be left feeling hungry and reaching for unhealthy snacks, which is an amazing benefit to a weight loss diet.

For more protein-rich ideas, check out our free 7-day high-protein meal plan with all the right tips for losing weight and building muscles.

Ingredients

Dry ingredient list

All-purpose flour

Flour serves as a thickening agent allowing the pancakes to hold their shape. I’m using all-purpose flour but feel free to explore other alternatives, such as coconut flour or almond flour.

Protein powder

There are many types of protein powder in stores. I usually go for whey protein powder made from milk or vegan protein powders.

My favourite flavour is cookies and cream — a delicious way to sneak protein into your breakfast. But then, there’s no resisting chocolate protein pancakes either!

You can explore other flavours like salted caramel, banana, vanilla protein powder and more.

Oats

Old-fashioned rolled oats or quick oats are the best options for this homemade protein pancake mix. They add a slightly chewy but moist texture and a subtle nutty flavor.

Baking soda

As a leavening agent, baking soda helps make light and fluffy pancakes. You can also use 1 teaspoon baking powder instead.

Check out these alternatives to baking ammonia to learn more about common leaveners for pancakes and baked goods.

Sugar

These pancakes are meant to be sweet, and a touch of sugar, just a couple of tablespoons, is a must. You can also use honey, maple syrup, stevia and other refined sugar alternatives.

Salt

A dash of salt ensures a harmonious blend of sweetness.

Wet ingredient list

Egg

In this protein pancake recipe, I use a whipped egg white for an airy, fluffy texture while the yolk holds other ingredients in the pancake batter together.

Soy milk

Soy milk is packed with protein and it’s a great option for these healthy protein pancakes. Alternatively, you can opt for other types of plant-based milk like almond milk and oat milk or even traditional dairy milk.

Optional ingredient list

Strawberries

Strawberries are important here but they’re also optional if you have dietary restrictions or just don’t like the fruit.

You can make a tasty compote topping with other fruits like mixed berries, apples, peaches or plums. Frozen strawberries are fine too!

Nut butter

You can use peanut butter, almond butter or cashew butter. If you’re allergic to nuts or just don’t fancy them, you can use other spreadable ingredients like seed butter.

I’ve tried topping these pancakes with cream cheese and it paired quite nicely with the strawberries.

Hemp seeds

Hemp seeds add a final touch of protein. Other types of seeds like pumpkin, sunflower or chia seeds can also make great toppings for protein pancakes.

How many calories

These fluffy protein powder pancakes contain 426 calories per serving and a generous 27 grams of protein.

Here’s a quick overview of the nutrition:

How to make fluffy pancakes

Tips and tricks for perfect protein powder pancakes every time

I can’t recall the exact details of my very first batch of pancakes, but I do remember struggling to make them nice and fluffy. Here are some tips to help you avoid the mistakes I made.

• Avoid overmixing your pancake mixture. It’s good practice to whisk dry ingredients before adding the wet components to de-lump everything beforehand. A few small lumps are still fine!
• Beat the egg white and fold it in at the end for fluffier pancakes.
• While you’re preheating your pan, allow the pancake batter to rest and the leaveners to activate.
• Use a non-stick pan or griddle and lightly grease it after it’s been preheated. Trust me, you don’t want to scrape off the pancakes when you flip them!
• Flip after about 2-3 minutes when you see slightly matte edges and broken bubbles.

Use medium heat when cooking the pancakes

I decided to highlight this tip because it’s easy to get tempted and crank up the heat for faster cooking.

I’m not the most patient person in the world and I’ve learned the hard way that high heat will burn your batter.

If you don’t have a particular liking for charred pancakes, stick to medium heat. This way they will cook through and achieve that fluffy texture.

Alternatives & substitutions

This protein pancakes recipe is easily adjustable to be made vegan, gluten-free or nut-free.

If you’re a vegan, you can make no-egg pancakes by using flax eggs (ground flax seeds with water) or even a mashed ripe banana.

For gluten-free pancakes, use certified gluten-free oats and replace all-purpose flour with almond flour, oat flour or any other gluten-free flour.

Lastly, opt for seed butter or tahini instead of nut butter for a tasty nut-free recipe.

If you have a special topping you can’t live without, feel free to sprinkle those chocolate chips!

Protein pancakes with oats FAQs

More recipes

If you enjoyed the addition of oats in this protein powder pancake recipe, this guide to healthy overnight oats is just the right read for you.

Our weight-loss beetroot smoothie is another great choice for breakfast if you want something ready under 5 minutes.

If you’re also looking for affordable foods, you can enjoy any of these student-inspired cheap meals.

To bring it all together, check out some protein popsicle ideas for a sweet and refreshing dessert after a filling meal. There’s a strawberry popsicle that will make your mouth water!

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Fluffy Protein Powder Pancakes with Oats

Need tips on how to make fluffy protein powder pancakes? Try this recipe with tasty strawberry compote and nut butter!

Course Breakfast, Desserts

Diet Low Calorie, Dairy Free, Vegetarian

Time Max 30 min

Calories 150 – 450 kcal

Type meal plan recipes

Diet dairy-free

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 2

Calories 426kcal

Author Abril Macías

Equipment

• Cutting board
• Knife
• Saucepan
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Pan

Ingredients

• 5 oz strawberries
• 4 tsp sugar (divided)
• 1 egg
• ½ cup soy milk
• 2 tbsp protein powder
• ½ cup all purpose flour
• ¼ cup rolled oats
• 1 tsp baking soda
• Salt to taste
• 2 tbsp nut butter
• 2 tsp hemp seeds

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Instructions 

• Chop or slice the strawberries and put in a small pot with 1 tbsp sugar.
  5 oz strawberries, 4 tsp sugar
• Cook over medium-low heat until it boils, reduces and has a jammy consistency.
  
• Meanwhile, prepare the pancakes: In a medium sized bowl add the egg yolk, and place the egg white in a smaller bowl.
  1 egg
  
• In the yolk bowl add the soy milk, protein powder, flour, oats, baking powder remaining tbsp of sugar and salt. Mix until everything is incorporated and there are no lumps of flour.
  ½ cup soy milk, 2 tbsp protein powder, ½ cup all purpose flour, ¼ cup rolled oats, 1 tsp baking soda, Salt to taste
  
• With the help of a whisk, whip the egg white until it has stiff peaks.
  
• Fold the white into the batter with a spatula very carefully, trying to keep as much airyness as possible.
  
• Heat a griddle or a large pan over medium heat and cover lightly with oil.
• Pour around ¼ cup per pancake and cook until the surface is bubbly and starting to dry off.
  
• Turn around and cook until the other side is golden brown. Repeat with all the batter.
  
• Serve pancakes topped with strawberry compote, nut butter and hemp seeds.
  2 tbsp nut butter, 2 tsp hemp seeds
  

Notes

Tips: Feel free to choose your own fave toppings for the Protein Powder Pancakes! Also, different flavour powders can offer really unique twists. Non-protein powder pancake alternative here.

Make-ahead? Yes, batter can be made in advance.

Want more recipes like this? Check out some of our others:

• Tempting treat Raspberry Low Calorie Pancakes
• Delectable version High-Protein Lentil Pancakes
• Irresistible Authentic Vegan Banana Pancakes
• Crazy tasty Low Carb Cream Cheese Pancakes
• Modernized version of Dutch Apple Pancakes

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Fluffy Protein Powder Pancakes with Oats

Amount per Serving

Calories

426

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

16

g

25

%

Saturated Fat

 

3

g

19

%

Trans Fat

 

0.01

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

6

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

6

g

Cholesterol

 

105

mg

35

%

Sodium

 

693

mg

30

%

Potassium

 

490

mg

14

%

Carbohydrates

 

48

g

16

%

Fiber

 

7

g

29

%

Sugar

 

15

g

17

%

Protein

 

27

g

54

%

Vitamin A

 

319

IU

6

%

Vitamin C

 

42

mg

51

%

Calcium

 

175

mg

18

%

Iron

 

4

mg

22

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Sweet, fruity jam, nutty poppy seeds (or flaxseeds) and rich cream cheese come together with a scoop of vanilla protein powder to create a muffin that is both delicious and healthy!

High protein muffin recipes are one of my favorite ways to get in a bit of extra protein, while also enjoying a sweet treat.

A scoop of protein powder does little to alter the taste and texture of a muffin, but raises protein levels massively!

These cream cheese muffins are a particularly delightful example.

There are a million chocolate muffins, blueberry protein muffins or healthy banana protein muffins out there, so I thought I’d shake things up a bit and try a more unusual flavor combination.

The batter for these high protein muffins contains rich, tangy cream cheese and a sprinkling of poppy seeds.

In the middle of each muffin is a dollop of jam of your choice! The result is a creamy, sweet, nutty muffin that has all the comforting flavors of a good old fashioned jam sponge!

These healthy protein muffins are a great way to meet your protein quotas between meals.

Ingredients

Poppy seeds

Poppy seeds have a subtle sweet and nutty flavor. They are not as pungent as, say, sesame seeds, however their flavor can be intensified by roasting.

They add a nice texture to these muffins. If you don’t have poppy seeds, use flax seeds instead.

All purpose flour

You can use white flour or whole grain flour, depending on what you have to hand. If health is your main priority, I would always recommend whole wheat flour, as it is more fibrous and nutritious.

However, be aware that whole grain flour might make for a slightly drier muffin.

Vanilla protein powder

You can choose whatever protein powder you like – I used whey protein powder, but I’m sure any other would work just as well. I would recommend going for a vanilla flavored one and steering clear of plain ones.

Plain protein powder would affect the overall flavor, whereas vanilla actually enhances it, as vanilla extract would!

Low fat cream cheese

I like to use low fat cream cheese in order to keep fat levels down. The cream cheese adds a richness and a slight tang which perfectly offsets the sweetness of the jam.

If you don’t have cream cheese, you could try a dollop of greek yogurt instead, but you might need to up the flour levels to compensate for the extra wetness.

Jam

You can go for any flavor of jam here. I enjoy cherry or raspberry, but strawberry or blackberry would also work well. Or why not go off-piste and try a dollop of apricot jam?

Make sure the jam you use isn’t too thick, because you want it to form a nice, runny filling!

Eggs

The eggs are used for binding, of course. If you are vegan, flax or chia eggs would also work for this recipe. To make a flax egg, mix 1 tbsp ground flax seeds with 2.5 tbsp water, stir and leave to rest for a few minutes.

Milk

Any milk, dairy or non-dairy, is good to use here. I tested oat milk and it worked perfectly!

Sugar

​I’ve tried to minimise sugar amounts to 1/3 cup, but it is necessary to have some in order to sweeten the muffins. If you are really averse to eating sugar, you can use honey instead!

How many calories in these protein muffins?

There are 177 kcal in each of these protein-packed muffins. This may sound like a lot, but they are big and intended as a whole breakfast or substantial afternoon snack.

177 kcal is the perfect amount for this!

Here’s a quick overview of 1 serving:

Health benefits of cream cheese protein muffins

The main benefit of this recipe is that it will help you eat all the protein you need in a day in order to be healthy. Each of these protein powder muffins contains 8g of protein.

The amount of protein recommended for the average woman is 45g a day and for the average man, 55g a day. Therefore one of these protein breakfast muffins contains almost a third of your daily protein requirements!

Why is protein important? It is one of the 3 key macros, alongside fats and carbs. Your body needs all 3 of these in balance in order to function healthily.

Protein contributes to muscle growth and maintenance. It is also the most filling macro, so it is important for managing your appetite.

​If you are trying to lose weight or build muscle, protein is one of the most important things you should be focusing on! Check out our 7-day Weight Loss Meal Plan to find out more about the role of protein in weight loss.

How to make the perfect protein muffin

The key to making protein muffins lies in the proportions of ingredients!

The easiest way to make protein muffins is to add protein powder to muffin batter.

However, you can’t just add protein powder and keep the other quantities the same.

Protein powder absorbs a lot of liquid, so if you don’t alter the other quantities, you will end up with an extremely dry muffin.

Reduce the amount of flour you use and increase the amount of wet ingredients, like milk and fat. This should balance out the drying effect of the protein powder.

If you are looking to incorporate protein powder into your baking/cooking, check out these protein powder recipes for snacks and breakfasts!

Protein powder is not the only way to make protein muffins. You can also use natural protein sources such as peanut butter, almond butter, greek yogurt, cream cheese and ricotta.

You are unlikely to get the same amount of added protein with these options, as protein powder is far denser, but they are certainly good options!

Luckily, muffins are very easy to experiment with, so you can try all different combinations and find the perfect way to make tasty muffins that are packed with protein.

How to make cream cheese protein muffins

Now sit back and enjoy your new favorite healthy muffins!

Alternatives & substitutions

If you are vegan, you can easily make these high protein breakfast muffins vegan-friendly with just a few simple changes.

Use flax eggs or chia eggs instead of normal eggs, pick a non-dairy milk, vegan cream cheese instead of regular cream cheese, and a vegan protein powder, like pea protein!

If you are gluten free, all you need to do is use a gluten-free flour like almond flour! Easy! If you want to avoid refined sugar, replace it with honey, agave or a very ripe mashed banana.

You can also experiment with flavor combos: why not try banana and cinnamon, or chopped strawberries and vanilla, or skip the jam entirely and add some yummy chocolate chips?

One of the best combinations I have tried used flax seeds, cinnamon and cherry jam.

Protein muffin FAQs

If you’ve got questions, I’ve got answers! And if I don’t have the answers, drop me a line in the comments section and I’ll get back to you.

More recipes

If you loved this recipe, you need to check out my other recipes made with protein powder. For example, this delicious winter oatmeal with apples, our perfect protein powder cookies and this super easy protein french toast.

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Cream Cheese Protein Muffins

Looking for a high protein muffin recipe? Our tasty jam & cream cheese muffins contain 7g protein each! Try them now!

Course Breakfast, Desserts, Oven recipes

Diet Low Calorie, Low Fat, Vegetarian

Time Max 45 min

Calories 150 – 450 kcal

Type meal plan recipes

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 22 minutes minutes

Total Time 37 minutes minutes

Servings 12 muffins

Calories 177kcal

Author Abril Macías

Equipment

• Muffin pan
• Muffin cups
• Mixing bowl
• Sieve

Ingredients

• 2 tbsp poppy seeds (divided. Or flaxseeds)
• 2 egg
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• ⅔ cup milk of choice
• 1 cup low fat cream cheese
• ⅓ cup sugar
• 1 ⅔ cup all purpose flour (or whole wheat pastry flour)
• 2 tsp baking soda
• Salt to taste
• ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
• ⅓ cup jam (any flavor, not too thick)

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Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 200 C.
• Prepare a standard 12 cup muffin/cupcake pan with paper liners.
• In a large bowl mix 1 tbsp of poppy seeds, eggs, vegetable oil, milk of choice, cream cheese and sugar until fully incorporated.
  2 tbsp poppy seeds, 2 egg, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, ⅔ cup milk of choice, 1 cup low fat cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar
  
• Sieve on top the dry ingredients: flour, baking powder, salt and protein powder. Mix the batter until incorporated.
  1 ⅔ cup all purpose flour, 2 tsp baking soda, Salt to taste, ⅓ cup vanilla protein powder
  
• Fill with batter ⅓ of the muffin cups. Add 1 tsp of jam in the middle of each muffin cup, then fill all of them evenly with the remaining batter.
  ⅓ cup jam
  
• Top muffins with remaining 1 tbsp of poppy seeds.
  
• Bake for 18-22 minutes, until the top is golden and the muffin bounces back when you press it gently.
  

Notes

Make-ahead? Yes, prep the night before. They’re good warm and cold.

Freezable? Yes, absolutely.

Looking for more? Try out some of these recipes:

• Fluffy and tasty All(mond) is Good Muffins
• Keen on quinoa Fluffy Quinoa Egg Muffins
• Heavenly indulgence Irresistible Vegan Banana Muffins with Sweet Apple Chunks
• Taste sensation Moist Almond Flour Muffins
• Great looking and soooo tasty Green Waffles with Cream Cheese

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Cream Cheese Protein Muffins

Amount per Serving

Calories

177

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

5

g

8

%

Saturated Fat

 

1

g

6

%

Trans Fat

 

0.02

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

2

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Cholesterol

 

44

mg

15

%

Sodium

 

283

mg

12

%

Potassium

 

169

mg

5

%

Carbohydrates

 

27

g

9

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

12

g

13

%

Protein

 

8

g

16

%

Vitamin A

 

203

IU

4

%

Vitamin C

 

2

mg

2

%

Calcium

 

97

mg

10

%

Iron

 

1

mg

6

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Ok, ok I hope you are excited to try this one! It is, without a doubt, the best banana bread I’ve ever eaten and I can’t wait to share it with you.

For starters, it’s a great breakfast option. But you could honestly eat it any time – it’s a great post workout treat!

Unlike traditional banana bread which has a lot of fat and refined sugar, I have crafted a healthier version that is not only delicious but is also going to help you hit those protein goals too.

I’ve chosen as many natural ingredients as I could and then boosted it with protein powder to make protein-packed banana bread.

Check it out!

Ingredients

Here are the fantastic ingredients that are included in this recipe.

Protein Powder

Vanilla or cinnamon protein powder is my choice here as it offers enough sweetness and its protein content is going to help to keep you feeling fuller for longer and satisfied through to lunch.

Oats

Oats and whole wheat flour are used in combination as they both have good levels of fiber which aids digestion.

Sweet and salty

A little sugar is added to give some added sweetness. But don’t worry I balanced out the sweetness with some salt (a key tip in baking!)

Raising agent

Next is the baking soda which helps the high protein banana bread to rise. If you don’t have soda you can use baking powder instead that’s fine.

Spice

We’re going to pop in some cinnamon. It’s my favorite spice for this dish and compliments the bananas so well!

Nuts and seeds

Lastly, are the pumpkin seeds and pecans which are going to add some great health benefits and crunch to the dish.

Fruit

Bananas are obviously a key ingredient for protein banana bread recipes. And you’ve got to make sure they’re nice and ripe. When a banana has black spots on, it’s even better!

Dairy

Butter and eggs are classic baking ingredients and they work well in this recipe, but you could also look at alternatives if you want to make a vegan banana bread batter instead.

The final ingredient is Greek yogurt which is going to give us a really nice moist banana bread and a bit more protein power which is just what you want in this healthy breakfast!

How many calories are in protein banana bread?

There are a great number of calories for a breakfast in this recipe. It has 306 calories which means it’s a bit over what I would suggest you have as a dessert but for a meal, it’s a great option.

It also has an awesome 15 grams of protein which is really going to help you hit your daily protein goals from the get-go!

Here you can check out the rest of the overview of nutritional information:

Health benefits

My star ingredients in this recipe are Greek yogurt, protein powder, and eggs which are all going to give us a great amount of protein.

Protein is a building block that has lots of great benefits to your health including supporting the growth of muscles, reducing cravings, and giving you a higher level of satiety (which could even aid weight loss).

If you’re looking for more high-protein meal inspiration I think you’ll enjoy this collection of high-protein recipes or, why not download this Free 7-Day High-Protein Meal Plan.

Bananas and pecans are great for heart health and lowering blood pressure due to the potassium inside.

Oats are great for lowering cholesterol, and supporting your digestive system, and are naturally gluten-free.

Finally, the pumpkin seeds and cinnamon are both high in antioxidants so this recipe is packed with goodness for the whole family!

How to make this healthy banana bread recipe

Quick note as pointed out by a friendly reader – I’ve found the perfect size loaf pan to be about 20 x 36 cm (8 x 14 inches).

Protein powder banana bread FAQs

Here are the answers to your top questions about banana bread:

Recipe variations

• Different add-ons: Throw in raisins, different nuts, cinnamon or add some delicious chocolate chips. There’s even a way to make homemade chocolate chips!
• Different protein powder: You could change the flavour of the protein powder. How about making a chocolate banana bread by using chocolate protein powder.
• Different sugar: If you can’t get hold of brown sugar you can always use white sugar, like castor.
• Different tray: If you don’t have a loaf tin, you could always use a muffin tin and make banana protein muffins. They would be easy to take out and about.

More recipes like this

If you love this take a look at these recipes too:

• Banging Banana Mug Cake
• Healthy 2-Ingredient Banana Oatmeal Cookies
• Protein Baked Oats
• Gluten Free Banana Bread
• High Protein Chocolate Pudding

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High-Protein Banana Bread

Boost your protein goals in just 15 minutes! This is the best banana bread I've ever tasted and it's super easy to make!

Course Breakfast, Desserts, Snack

Diet Low Calorie, Dairy Free, Vegetarian

Time More than 45 min

Calories 150 – 450 kcal

Type meal plan recipes

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Total Time 1 hour hour 15 minutes minutes

Servings 8 servings

Calories 306kcal

Author Abril Macías

Equipment

• Hand blender
• Sieve
• Baking paper
• Baking sheet

Ingredients

• ¼ cup butter
• ½ cup protein powder (vanilla or your fave flavor)
• ⅓ cup rolled oats
• 3 bananas (as ripe as possible, preferably with dark spots)
• ⅔ cup low fat Greek yogurt
• 2 eggs
• ⅛ cup brown sugar
• ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
• ¼ cup pecans (chopped)
• 1 ¾ cup wholegrain flour
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 ½ tsp cinnamon

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Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 180 C / 350 F.
• Prepare a loaf cake pan covered with parchment paper. Approximate size of 20 x 36 cm.
• Melt the butter in a small pot. Allow it to get golden brown, this will improve the flavor. Just be careful not to burn it.
  ¼ cup butter
• In a large bowl add the 3 peeled bananas. Crush with a fork until you have a puree with some small lumps.
  3 bananas
• Add oats, protein powder, low fat Greek yogurt, eggs, brown sugar and melted butter. Mix with a whisk or hand blender until everything is incorporated.
  ½ cup protein powder, ⅓ cup rolled oats, ⅔ cup low fat Greek yogurt, 2 eggs, ⅛ cup brown sugar
• Sieve the flour, salt, baking soda and cinnamon on top of the bowl. Then mix until there are no dry clumps of flour left.
  1 ¾ cup wholegrain flour, 1 tsp baking soda, 1 ½ tsp cinnamon, Salt to taste
• Fold ⅔ of the pumpkin seeds and pecans.
  ¼ cup pumpkin seeds, ¼ cup pecans
• Add banana cake batter to the prepared loaf pan. Top with remaining pumpkin seeds and pecans.
• Bake for 45 mins to an hour, depending on the oven. The banana bread will be done when it is deeply golden brown on top, when you press gently with your hand the crust springs back up (no indentation), and when inserting a toothpick or cake tester it comes out dry (not wet batter) with some crumbs stuck to the sides (not completely dry).
• Allow to cool before serving.
  

Notes

Make-ahead? Yes, prep the night before.

Freezable? Yes, absolutely. Just cut into slices before freezing and put inide a ziplock bag or tupperware. A few minutes in the oven and it’ll be good as new!

Here are some more recipes that you may enjoy:

• Tasty start of a day Bread Pudding Breakfast
• Homemade classic Gluten Free & Vegan Banana Bread
• True culinary masterpiece Super Easy Baked High Protein French Toast Recipe
• Sweet and tasty Banana Oatmeal Fitness Cookies
• Yumm desert Cream Cheese Protein Muffins

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

High-Protein Banana Bread

Amount per Serving

Calories

306

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

13

g

20

%

Saturated Fat

 

5

g

31

%

Trans Fat

 

0.2

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

2

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

4

g

Cholesterol

 

69

mg

23

%

Sodium

 

291

mg

13

%

Potassium

 

351

mg

10

%

Carbohydrates

 

37

g

12

%

Fiber

 

5

g

21

%

Sugar

 

10

g

11

%

Protein

 

15

g

30

%

Vitamin A

 

299

IU

6

%

Vitamin C

 

4

mg

5

%

Calcium

 

76

mg

8

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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Well I hope you love it as much as I do! This is the best protein banana bread recipe in my opinion, and I’m sure banana bread lovers will agree!

If you want more meal inspiration take a look at this weekly high-protein meal plan.

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It’s a silky chocolate pudding that will not only hit that sweet tooth but also keep you on track with your health goals.

I always try to get protein in with every meal and desserts are no different! By including high-protein foods at every meal I know I’ll be hitting those protein goals.

It’s also a way to stop my family bugging me for desserts – this way we can all get what we want.

I’ve developed a creamy chocolate protein pudding that really makes me feel like I’m getting a treat (and the added bonus of losing a few pounds along the way is always a nice surprise).

The extra protein can also be used for toning up or building muscle too, of course.

Here’s a free 7-day plan for weight-loss if you’re looking for more inspiration.

Whenever I can add protein to my diet I take the opportunity, and protein desserts made with simple ingredients are a great way to do this.

For more ideas, take a look at these top 10 high protein foods!

So let’s dig in!

Ingredients

Let’s take a look at what makes this pudding so delicious.

Protein Powder

I gave this pudding its extra protein power using protein powder. Now the choice of flavor here is up to you.

You can use any you like, perhaps you fancy vanilla, or chocolate protein powder. The main problem is there are too many protein powder flavors to choose from.

I chose cookies and cream, but be aware that depending on which you choose the overall flavor of the dish will change, but go for whichever tickles your tastebuds at the time!

Cacao Powder

To boost the chocolatey goodness in this chocolate protein pudding recipe I added some unsweetened cocoa powder.

The lovely bitterness cuts through the sweetness of the protein powder to really balance out this homemade pudding.

Sugar and salt

I’m adding a bit of sugar to aid that sweetness, but only 1.5 tbsp to keep the calorie count, and your glucose levels, on track.

The salt on the other hand we’ll be using a lot less of! It may seem odd to add salt to a dessert but every flavor needs to be balanced out.

Vanilla Extract

There’s something about this ingredient isn’t there that just adds that extra bit of oomph to every recipe.

It’s mild, yet sweet, aromatic, yet delicate and it works perfectly in protein pudding recipes.

Cornstarch

The cornstarch acts to give the pudding a nice thick consistency. It’s important to get his right before it sets.

Dairy

It wouldn’t be a good pudding without these classic dairy items. Eggs, milk, and butter all work together to create a custard base for this dish.

How many calories are in chocolate protein pudding?

Although this is a bit of a sweet treat it’s safe to eat even when you’re calorie counting!

It has a sensible 184 calories.

And the genius bit is the 16 grams of protein which will do wonders to keep you full up.

Overall this is what the other nutritional values look like:

Health benefits

The key to this high protein pudding recipe, in terms of health, is that it allows you to enjoy a delicious treat that also works for you.

It helps you if you’re watching the calories as it’s less than 200 calories which is a perfect amount for a healthy snack.

If you’re wondering, what is protein? It helps to keep you full between meals and will also work to help you gain muscle if that’s a goal you’re working towards.

This is where the protein powder works wonders for you as it has a lot of great benefits that you won’t find in an instant pudding mix!

If you would like more meal ideas that have a high protein content follow the easy steps to download a Free 7-Day High Protein Meal Plan.

And if that gets you excited you can sign up for new meals every week with the weekly plan.

The cacao powder has lots of useful nutrients too which aid in reducing blot clots and lowering blood pressure among other things.

How to make the best chocolate protein pudding?

Pro tip! To make the pudding extra smooth blend with an electric hand mixer before setting.

For full details see the recipe card below.

Protein pudding FAQs

Take a look at the top questions about this delicious recipe:

Recipe variations

There are a couple of changes you could try with this recipe:

• Different dairy: If you wanted to make the recipe vegan friendly you could make swaps to non-dairy milk like unsweetened almond milk, or coconut butter, and use an egg substitute but I’m not sure how this would affect the consistency.

• Protein powder: You can choose which protein powder you prefer, either whey or vegan protein powder.

More Recipes Like This

If you’re looking for more high-protein snacks like this check these out:

• 21 Protein Powder Recipes To Try
• 13 Easy and Healthy High Protein Low Calorie Snack Recipes
• Healthy Protein Baked Oats
• Delicious Chocolate Banana Ice Lolly

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5 from 3 votes

Chocolate Protein Pudding Recipe

A delicious protein-packed chocolate dessert that tastes as good as it looks and helps you hit those protein goals too!

Course Desserts, Snack

Diet Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Dairy Free, Vegetarian

Time Max 20 min

Calories 150 – 450 kcal

Type meal plan recipes

Diet gluten-free

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 7 minutes minutes

Total Time 12 minutes minutes

Servings 4 servings

Calories 184kcal

Author Abril Macías

Equipment

• Pot
• Whisk

Ingredients

• 3 tbsp protein powder
• 2 ½ tbsp cacao powder
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 ½ tbsp sugar
• Salt to taste
• 2 eggs
• 2 cup soy milk (or milk of choice)
• 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
• 1 ½ tsp butter

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Instructions 

• In a medium sized pot add protein powder, cacao powder, cornstarch, sugar and salt. Mix until incorporated with a whisk.
  3 tbsp protein powder, 2 ½ tbsp cacao powder, 2 tbsp cornstarch, 1 ½ tbsp sugar, Salt to taste
  
• Add eggs, milk and vanilla. Mix until the solids are completely dissolved in the liquid and there are no strands of egg.
  2 eggs, 2 cup soy milk, 1 ½ tsp vanilla extract
• Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly. When the liquid starts to boil, turn the temperature down and continue cooking while whisking for 2-3 minutes, until you have a thick homogeneous pudding texture. Keep whisking and don’t let it burn at the bottom.
• Take off the heat and add the butter. Mix until it's melted and incorporated into the pudding.
  1 ½ tsp butter
  
• Plate into 4 small bowls or cups.
• Put on the fridge to finish setting, until it’s completely chilled.
  

Notes

Make-ahead? Yes, prep the night before!

We’ve got some more sweet ideas here. Check them out:

• Tempting treat Avocado Chocolate Mousse
• Delicious and smooth Cashew Milkshake – Chocolate Style
• Scrumptious Homemade Custard Pudding with Strawberries
• Another great oatmeal Chocolate Banana Bonkers Overnight Oats
• Vegan No Bake Protein Bars

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Chocolate Protein Pudding Recipe

Amount per Serving

Calories

184

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

7

g

11

%

Saturated Fat

 

2

g

13

%

Trans Fat

 

0.1

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

2

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

2

g

Cholesterol

 

103

mg

34

%

Sodium

 

410

mg

18

%

Potassium

 

279

mg

8

%

Carbohydrates

 

15

g

5

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

9

g

10

%

Protein

 

16

g

32

%

Vitamin A

 

657

IU

13

%

Vitamin C

 

8

mg

10

%

Calcium

 

217

mg

22

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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This has got to be one of my favorite recipes for protein pudding and it makes an awesome post-workout snack! In fact, the thought of eating this pudding is what often gets me through them.

If this is the first time you’ve made a pudding with protein powder let me know below what you think! I enjoy finding new ways to try things but I have too many favorite flavors of protein powder I can’t decide which to try next!

If you want to try my other healthy dessert recipes then take a look at 26 High-Protein Desserts (easy and guilt-free!).

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And as it’s high protein it’s a great option if you want a creamy dessert that loves your waistline as much as you do.

Ingredients

Let’s take a look at what main ingredients we have in this recipe.

The base

For this delicious dessert, I’ve gone for something a bit different on the base. Rather than the traditional cheesecake base of digestive biscuits, I’ve chosen to use ground-up granola.

It still gives us a lovely crunchy, crumbly base and is perfect for this healthy cheesecake recipe.

I then combine it with melted butter which holds it all together nicely and not only gives a buttery taste but it also helps it go golden brown in the oven.

However, you can still use a biscuit base if you prefer. If you’re aiming for being health-conscious, aim for low-fat biscuits if possible.

Cheesecake mixture

To make this high-protein cheesecake I chose to add cottage cheese to the mixture (we love cottage cheese recipes here at Hurry The Food Up!). It’s low fat and high in protein so it’s the best way to keep this dessert on the healthy side (for more high protein sweet treats, these high-protein cookies are just what you need!).

For the rest of the mixture, you’ll find more classic cheesecake ingredients such as cream, sugar, eggs, and cornstarch.

For more flavor I added both vanilla extract and the zest of a lemon. They may be only two simple ingredients but they really boost that flavor meter!

On top of the cheesecake before baking I added some fresh berries. I recommend raspberries or blueberries.

The heat from the oven as it bakes really helps the berries to burst so they can release all their flavor and help the cheesecake taste even more amazing!

How many calories are in a healthy cheesecake?

There are a sensible 205 calories in this healthier cheesecake.

It also has 12 grams of protein which will help you feel fuller than a regular cheesecake will.

Here is an overview of the rest of the information for this healthy dessert recipe.

Health benefits

You may ask what health benefits can come from eating cheesecake, but the best part about this dessert is that it’s a protein cheesecake (we love a good high protein pudding).

It has all the taste of some of the best cheesecake recipes but the key ingredient that is helping on the health side is the cottage cheese.

Having a high-protein ingredient means it is great at helping us to feel fuller for longer. This is important if you are eating a diet that is aimed at weight loss.

You shouldn’t deny yourself any food groups when it comes to watching your weight.

Within a calorie-controlled diet, it is great to get that sweet fix with healthy cheesecake recipes like this one.

Cottage cheese can also help when building muscle. It’s also high in B vitamins, selenium, and calcium which help to support bone strength.

Although I have reduced the amount of sugar to keep it a low-fat cheesecake recipe, it is still loaded with taste and flavor.

This all comes from the natural ingredients like the vanilla, lemon, and berries that I’ve added.

Talking about health and all that: check out this No bake cheesecake with cool whip from fellow blogger Lisa for a naughtier (party) version – could be more suitable when it doesn’t come down to proteins. 😉

How to make cottage cheese cheesecake?

Cheesecake FAQs

We’ve answered some of your key cheesecake questions!

Recipe Variations

Next time you could try this cheese cake a different way:

• Different base: If you don’t like granola or you can’t get hold of it from the grocery store, you can use a low-fat graham cracker crust or similar biscuit base.

• Different protein: If you don’t have any cottage cheese you could try low-fat cream cheese as an alternative.

• Different size: I think this recipe would work well to make mini cheesecakes.

• Different fruit: If you don’t have raspberries or blueberries you could use blackcurrants or redcurrants instead.

More Recipes Like This

If you like this recipe I’m sure you’re going to love these too:

• Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
• 50 Blueberry Recipes
• 15 Desserts Under 100 Calories

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4.34 from 9 votes

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Now you really can have your cake and eat it with this healthy high protein cheesecake. Low on sugar but not low on yum!

Course Desserts, Snack

Diet Gluten Free, Egg Free, Low Calorie, Vegetarian

Time More than 45 min

Calories 150 – 450 kcal

Type meal plan recipes

Diet egg-free, gluten-free

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 30 minutes minutes

Resting time 2 hours hours

Total Time 2 hours hours 45 minutes minutes

Servings 10 servings

Calories 205kcal

Author Abril Macías

Equipment

• Blender
• Mixing bowl
• Baking dish (26cm)

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups low sugar granola or muesli (alternatively sweet, low-fat biscuits like Graham crackers)
• 3 tbsp butter
• 3 cups low fat cottage cheese
• 3 eggs (medium or large)
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• ⅓ cup cream
• 4 tbsp sugar
• Salt to taste
• 1 lemon (zested)
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (or ½ vanilla bean)
• ½ cup raspberries or blueberries

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Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 200 C, 390 F.
• Process or grin the granola (or biscuits if using) roughly. Place it on a baking pan.
  1 ½ cups low sugar granola or muesli
• Melt the butter and drizzle over the granola. Mix until incorporated.
  3 tbsp butter
• Press the granola mix into the base of a circular 26cm baking tin (or rectangle 20cm x 28cm) with your hands until you have an even layer.
• Put the pan into the oven for about 6-8 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Then take it immediately out of the oven.
• Meanwhile, blend the cottage cheese, eggs, cornstarch, cream, sugar, lemon zest, vanilla extract and salt until completely homogenous, shiny and creamy.
  3 cups low fat cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 2 tbsp cornstarch, ⅓ cup cream, 4 tbsp sugar, Salt to taste, 1 lemon, 1 tsp vanilla extract
• Pour batter over the cookie base and scatter the berries on top.
  ½ cup raspberries or blueberries
  
• Bake for 30 minutes until most of the cheesecake is solid and the center still has a bit of a jiggle when moved and the edges have some browning.
  
• Take out of the oven and rest for at least 2 hours in the fridge.
  

Notes

Make-ahead? Yes, prep the night before!

Need more recipes? Check out these:

• Cottage Cheese Recipes (You need to try these!)
• Simple and speedy Best Cottage Cheese Snacks (Sweet & Savoury)
• Fall in love with avokado Avocado Toast with Cottage Cheese
• Delicious Quick Cottage Cheese Salad
• Perfect combination ½ Cup Cottage Cheese with Maple Syrup

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts

Cottage Cheese Cheesecake

Amount per Serving

Calories

205

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

9

g

14

%

Saturated Fat

 

5

g

31

%

Trans Fat

 

0.1

g

Polyunsaturated Fat

 

1

g

Monounsaturated Fat

 

3

g

Cholesterol

 

70

mg

23

%

Sodium

 

416

mg

18

%

Potassium

 

169

mg

5

%

Carbohydrates

 

21

g

7

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

12

g

13

%

Protein

 

12

g

24

%

Vitamin A

 

405

IU

8

%

Vitamin C

 

2

mg

2

%

Calcium

 

57

mg

6

%

Iron

 

2

mg

11

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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This is no average cheesecake recipe and it has quickly become one of my favorite desserts.

It has that amazing cheesecake flavor but doesn’t interrupt my healthy eating plan. I can still get the best results from my healthy diet (that’s as long as I don’t accidentally eat the entire thing!).

If you’re looking for more information take a look at this article about how a vegetarian diet can help you lose weight.

There is also a weekly high-protein meal plan available to help you gain muscle and tone up.

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