12 High Protein Desserts That Taste Like a Cheat Day, but Keep You Full

What if dessert could actually help you stay full instead of leaving you hungry an hour later? These high protein desserts use simple ingredients like Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, nut butter and protein powder to turn sweet cravings into something more satisfying. They still taste like real treats, and every slide has an easy recipe. Looking for more ideas between meals? Try these high protein snacks that keep you full way longer than chips..

Why High Protein Desserts Are Worth Trying

Protein takes longer to digest than sugar alone, so high protein desserts can keep you satisfied after dinner. You do not need fancy products. Greek yogurt, eggs, milk, cottage cheese and nuts do most of the work. This chocolate mousse is the perfect start: thick, creamy and ready in five minutes. Be honest, do you crave chocolate or something fruity after dinner?

You will need: 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons cocoa powder, 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey, 1/2 scoop chocolate protein powder optional, splash of milk, berries and 1 tablespoon peanut butter for topping.

How to make it: 1. Stir yogurt, cocoa, sweetener and protein powder in a bowl. 2. Add a splash of milk until thick and smooth. 3. Spoon into small jars. 4. Top with berries. 5. Drizzle with warm peanut butter and a few chopped peanuts.

Chocolate Protein Pudding

This silky pudding tastes like the boxed kind you grew up with, but it is made with milk, eggs and a scoop of protein powder. It thickens on the stove in minutes and sets in the fridge. Make a batch on Sunday and you have dessert all week. Would you top it with whipped cream or sliced bananas?

You will need: 2 cups milk, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup cocoa powder, 3 tablespoons sugar or maple syrup, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 scoop chocolate protein powder, 1 teaspoon vanilla.

How to make it: 1. Whisk milk, eggs, cocoa, sugar and cornstarch in a pot. 2. Cook over medium heat, whisking, until thick. 3. Remove from heat. 4. Whisk in protein powder and vanilla. 5. Pour into cups and chill 2 hours.

Fudgy Brownies, the Best High Protein Desserts

These brownies use Greek yogurt and protein powder to cut some of the butter and flour, and they still come out fudgy. Fresh raspberries on top make them look bakery fancy. They are one of those high protein desserts nobody will guess is a little lighter. Poll: A: fudgy, B: cakey, C: whatever is in front of me?

You will need: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup maple syrup, 2 eggs, 1/4 cup melted butter, 1/2 cup cocoa, 1/2 cup chocolate protein powder, 1/4 cup flour, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, pinch of salt, raspberries.

How to make it: 1. Heat the oven to 350F and line an 8 inch pan. 2. Whisk yogurt, syrup, eggs and butter. 3. Stir in the dry ingredients. 4. Spread in the pan and press in raspberries. 5. Bake 18 to 20 minutes and cool before cutting.

Greek Yogurt Cheesecake

Swapping half the cream cheese for Greek yogurt gives this cheesecake a tangy, creamy filling with a nice protein boost. It still has a golden top and a buttery crust. Serve it with fresh fruit for a dinner party dessert. Would you add lemon zest or keep it vanilla?

You will need: Crust: 1 cup graham crumbs, 3 tablespoons melted butter. Filling: 16 oz cream cheese, 2 cups Greek yogurt, 2/3 cup sugar, 3 eggs, 1 tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla.

How to make it: 1. Press the crust into a springform pan. 2. Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. 3. Mix in yogurt, eggs, cornstarch and vanilla. 4. Pour over the crust. 5. Bake at 325F for 55 minutes, cool and chill overnight.

Frozen Yogurt Bark, High Protein Desserts for Summer

Spread Greek yogurt on a sheet pan, scatter with berries and freeze. That is it. Break it into shards and you have a cold, crunchy treat that feels like ice cream. It is one of the easiest high protein desserts for kids to help make. What fruit would you put on yours?

You will need: 2 cups Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, 1 cup strawberries sliced, 1/2 cup blueberries, 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips.

How to make it: 1. Line a sheet pan with parchment. 2. Mix yogurt, honey and vanilla. 3. Spread it about 1/2 inch thick. 4. Scatter fruit and chocolate chips on top. 5. Freeze 3 hours, then break into pieces and keep in the freezer.

No Bake Protein Balls

These little bites taste like cookie dough and keep you going on a busy afternoon. Oats, nut butter, honey and protein powder roll into balls in minutes. A drizzle of chocolate makes them feel like candy. Do you prefer them soft and chewy or chilled and firm?

You will need: 1 cup rolled oats, 1/2 cup peanut or almond butter, 1/3 cup honey, 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder, 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips, 2 oz melted chocolate for drizzling.

How to make it: 1. Stir oats, nut butter, honey and protein powder. 2. Fold in chocolate chips. 3. Roll into 16 balls. 4. Drizzle with melted chocolate. 5. Chill 30 minutes and store in the fridge for a week.

Chia Pudding Parfaits

Chia seeds soak up milk overnight and turn into a creamy pudding. Mixing in Greek yogurt adds even more protein and a thicker texture. Layer it with berries and granola for a dessert that doubles as breakfast. Have you tried chia pudding yet, or does the texture scare you?

You will need: 1/4 cup chia seeds, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tablespoon maple syrup, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, berries, granola.

How to make it: 1. Whisk chia seeds, milk, yogurt, syrup and vanilla. 2. Wait 10 minutes and whisk again. 3. Chill overnight. 4. Layer pudding, berries and granola in glasses. 5. Serve cold.

Berry Nice Cream With a Protein Boost

Frozen bananas blend into a soft serve style ice cream with no machine needed. Add frozen berries for a pretty purple color and a scoop of vanilla protein powder or Greek yogurt for staying power. Top with sliced strawberries and enjoy. Poll: A: berry, B: chocolate peanut butter, C: plain banana?

You will need: 2 frozen bananas, 1 cup frozen mixed berries, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, splash of milk, fresh strawberries.

How to make it: 1. Add frozen fruit to a food processor. 2. Pulse until crumbly. 3. Add yogurt or protein powder and a splash of milk. 4. Blend until smooth like soft serve. 5. Scoop into bowls and top with strawberries.

Greek Yogurt Fruit Parfait

Sometimes the simplest dessert is the best. Thick Greek yogurt sweetened with a little honey, layered with juicy fruit and crunchy nuts, feels special when you serve it in a pretty glass. It takes three minutes to make. What is your favorite fruit to pair with yogurt?

You will need: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon honey, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, 1 cup mixed fruit like berries, kiwi and orange, 2 tablespoons chopped nuts or granola.

How to make it: 1. Stir honey and vanilla into the yogurt. 2. Spoon some yogurt into a glass. 3. Add a layer of fruit. 4. Repeat the layers. 5. Top with nuts or granola and a mint leaf.

Peanut Butter High Protein Desserts in Bite Size

Peanut butter and chocolate chips make these bites taste like a cookie, while oats and seeds make them filling. These high protein desserts are perfect for lunch boxes and after school snacks. Make a double batch, because they go fast. How many do you think you could eat in one day?

You will need: 1 cup oats, 2/3 cup peanut butter, 1/4 cup honey, 1/4 cup ground flaxseed, 1/4 cup protein powder, 1/3 cup chocolate chips.

How to make it: 1. Mix everything in a bowl. 2. Chill 20 minutes so it is easier to roll. 3. Scoop and roll into balls. 4. Place in a container. 5. Keep chilled for up to a week.

Chewy Oat Protein Bars

Homemade bars are cheaper than store bought ones, and you control what goes in. These are soft, chewy and lightly sweet, with a dark chocolate layer on top. Wrap them one by one for grab and go treats. Would you add dried cranberries or chopped almonds?

You will need: 2 cups oats, 1/2 cup protein powder, 1/2 cup almond butter, 1/3 cup honey, 1/4 cup milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 3 oz dark chocolate melted.

How to make it: 1. Line an 8 inch pan. 2. Mix oats and protein powder. 3. Warm almond butter, honey and milk and stir into the oats. 4. Press firmly into the pan. 5. Spread melted chocolate on top, chill 1 hour and cut into bars.

Cottage Cheese Bakes, Surprising High Protein Desserts

Do not skip this one just because it says cottage cheese. Blended smooth, it bakes into a soft, creamy cake that tastes like a light cheesecake. A chocolate crumb topping makes it irresistible. It is the most surprising of all the high protein desserts here. Which recipe will you try first? Tell us below.

You will need: 2 cups cottage cheese, 3 eggs, 1/3 cup honey, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, 1 teaspoon vanilla, zest of 1 lemon. Topping: 1/2 cup crushed chocolate cookies, 2 tablespoons melted butter.

How to make it: 1. Heat the oven to 325F and line a small pan. 2. Blend cottage cheese until very smooth. 3. Blend in eggs, honey, cornstarch, vanilla and zest. 4. Pour into the pan and sprinkle with the buttery crumbs. 5. Bake 40 minutes, cool and chill before slicing.