We're Drooling Over These Fall Protein Dessert Recipes

1. Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake

You can eat cake for breakfast with this Cinnamon Swirl Protein Cake from "Diabetes Strong"! It's a delectable, high-protein treat that will get you out of bed in the morning with a smile. With only 6 ingredients, this cake is also super easy to make and will keep for three to four days in your fridge (if you don't eat it first).

The full dish takes about 35 minutes - less if you are too hungry to let it cool.

What you’ll need: 

• ¼ cup oats
• 1 egg white
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
• 2 teaspoon stevia or other sugar substitute 
• ½ tablespoon cinnamon
• ⅓ cup water

Equipment:

• blender
• mixing bowl
• whisk
• oven
• baking dish

2. Pumpkin Pie Protein Pudding

Finally, one of these protein dessert recipes that involves practically zero skill. Just blend everything together and boom, healthy, delicious pudding. 

What you'll need:

• one 16oz container organic firm tofu
• 2 cups 100% pure pumpkin puree (canned)
• ¼ cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
• 2 tbs roasted almond butter
• 2 tsp English toffee flavored stevia extract
• 2 tsp natural maple flavor
• 2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• ¼ tsp salt

Equipment:

• paper towels
• blender
• bowls

3. Apple Cinnamon Protein Cookies

These cookies are another one of those low maintenance protein dessert recipes. They only require a few ingredients: apple, cinnamon, and protein. What more could you ask for in a fall cookie?

What you'll need:

• 1 1/4 cups rolled oats(125 grams)
• 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce (122 grams)
• 1/2 cup egg whites
• 1/2 packed cup vanilla protein powder (60 grams)
• 1 1/2 cups diced apple (160 grams/1 small-medium)
• 1 tablespoon cinnamon
• salt, to taste

Equipment:

• bowl
• spoon
• knife
• cutting board
• baking sheet
• parchment paper

4. Maple Vanilla Protein Fudge

These fudge bars are not only delicious, they also don't even require an oven. Just mix together, then chill.

What you'll need:

• 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
• 2 tablespoon coconut flour
• 2 tablespoon almond butter
• 2 tablespoon coconut oil separated
• 1 teaspoon coconut palm sugar or other sweetner
• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• pinch salt
• ¼ cup dark chocolate chips 

Equipment:

• bowl
• spoon
• glass dish

5. Vegan Pumpkin Protein Bars

A great option for both vegan and gluten-free baking, each bar is an ideal breakfast on the go or a pre or post-workout snack. They’re also great because they last; they stay good for one week in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.

What you’ll need:

• 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, or quick oats
• 1 cup vanilla protein powder, vegan if needed
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• ½ teaspoon salt
• 1 Tablespoon pumpkin pie spice
• ¼ cup maple syrup
• 1 cup canned pumpkin or homemade pumpkin puree
• ½ cup almond milk, or other non-dairy milk
• 1-2 Tablespoons dairy-free chocolate chips

Equipment:

• 2 mixing bowls
• spoon
• oven
• 8x8 baking dish

I hope this served as a no nonsense protein dessert recipes list. Just some great recipes with simple instructions, perfect for the cold season. 

Written by Kiana St. Onge

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SOURCES:

1. https://www.eatingbirdfood.com/pumpkin-protein-bars-vegan-gluten-free/
2. https://diabetesstrong.com/baked-oatmeal-cinnamon-roll/
3. https://eatthegains.com/apple-cinnamon-protein-cookies/
4. https://thehonoursystem.com/maple-vanilla-protein-fudge/
5. https://dessertswithbenefits.com/healthy-pumpkin-pie-pudding/
6. Image via Desserts with Benefits