Top 10 Protein Dessert Recipes That Taste as Good as They Feel

Cravings don’t have to derail your healthy eating goals. Whether you’re chasing a post workout snack, a high protein dessert, or just something to satisfy your sweet tooth, you can whip up protein desserts that are both delicious and nourishing.

With just a few ingredients, a large mixing bowl, and your favourite protein powder, you’ll have gluten free, dairy free, refined sugar free treats that give you more protein and healthy fats without the guilt.

Here are 10 of our favourite protein dessert recipes—all made with Botanika Blends plant-based protein powders. They’re incredibly easy, packed with wholesome ingredients, and taste like dessert should: rich, creamy, and satisfying.

1. Vegan Blueberry Protein Muffins 🫐

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Fluffy, fruity, and sneakily full of protein, these muffins are made with our Blueberry Pancake Plant Protein. Perfect for busy mornings, these are a healthy snack that doubles as dessert.

2. Fudgy Choc Peanut Butter Brownies 🍫🥜

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Dense, gooey, and loaded with cocoa powder, maple syrup, and peanut butter, these brownies are a protein dessert you’ll crave on repeat. Powered by our Choc PB Protein Powder, they make a decadent but nourishing post workout snack.

3. Vanilla Cake Batter Cookies 🍪

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Soft, chewy, and bursting with vanilla flavour, these cookies are made with almond flour, almond butter, chia seeds, and our Vanilla Cake Batter Protein Powder. They’re gluten free and a dreamy treat for a sweet tooth.

4. Gooey Caramelised Popcorn Brownies 🍿

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The ultimate high protein dessert: fudgy brownies topped with almond butter caramel and crunchy popcorn. Featuring our Caramelised Popcorn Protein, these are refined sugar free but taste like a cinema snack gone gourmet.

5. Fudgy Banana Split Brownies 🍌🍓

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Layers of nut butter brownie base, banana nice cream, and fruity jam, topped with choc chips and nuts. With our Magikal Mushroom Mix, this dessert supports health and cravings in one gooey bite.

6. Blueberry Oatmeal Protein Pancakes 🥞

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Sunday mornings just got better. Made with oat flour, Greek yogurt alternatives, and Blueberry Pancake Protein Powder, these pancakes are gluten free, high protein, and perfect for breakfast or dessert.

7. Vegan Vanilla Protein Waffles 🧇

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Crispy outside, fluffy inside, and infused with our Vanilla Cake Batter Protein. Top with maple syrup, dark chocolate, and dairy free cream for a protein dessert that feels like a café indulgence.

8. Choc Hazelnut Brownie Ice Cream Slice 🍨

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A no-bake winner. With a hazelnut brownie base and coconut cream ice cream layer, this slice uses our Cacao Hazelnut Protein Powder to deliver a dairy free, frozen protein dessert that cools and satisfies.

9. Vanilla Peanut Butter Caramel Slice 🥜🍫

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Think gooey peanut butter caramel, chocolate topping, and a nutty oat base. With our Vanilla Cake Batter Protein Powder, this slice is the ultimate healthy snack turned indulgent dessert.

10. Raw Mint Slice 🌱🍫

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Refreshing, rich, and minty fresh. Made with Cacao Mint Cookies & Cream Protein, cashews, oats, and dark chocolate, this raw protein dessert is gluten free, dairy free, and seriously cool.

Final Scoop 🍨

Desserts don’t have to mean refined sugar and empty calories. With these top 10 protein dessert recipes, you can indulge in brownies, cookies, pancakes, and slices while fuelling your body with enough protein, healthy fats, and wholesome ingredients.

👉 Grab your favourite Botanika Blends protein powder and start creating high protein desserts that actually taste like dessert.

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FAQ – All About Protein Desserts

  • A protein dessert is a sweet treat made with protein powder or other high protein ingredients like Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or nut butter, designed to boost your protein intake while satisfying cravings.

  • Absolutely! Many recipes use almond flour, oat flour, or coconut flour instead of wheat, making them naturally gluten free.

  • Yes, both are excellent sources of protein and healthy fats. For a dairy free option, try our vegan protein powders.

  • Definitely. Nut butters like almond butter, cashew butter, or peanut butter add creaminess, richness, and extra healthy fats.

  • Yes! They’re perfect for busy mornings, post workout snacks, or guilt free treats when your sweet tooth strikes.

  • The simplest way is to mix in a scoop of chocolate protein powder or vanilla protein powder. You’ll boost the protein without compromising flavour.

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