Source: FomaA, AdobeStockIf you need to increase your protein intake, it's easy to do with protein-enriched baked goods. Protein powder partially replaces flour without significantly altering the dough's structure. You just need to monitor the proportions of dry and wet ingredients to ensure the baked goods remain dense but not heavy. We're sharing tried-and-tested recipes!
1. Protein Buns
Source: AdobeStockDense and soft inside, they hold their shape well and don't crumble.
You will need: 2 eggs, 100 ml water, 30-40 g protein powder, 10 g vital wheat gluten, 1 pinch of salt, 1 pinch of stevia.
Preparation: Whisk the eggs until foamy, add the remaining ingredients, and mix until smooth. Form small buns and bake them for 20 minutes in the oven at 200-220 degrees Celsius, then for another 15 minutes at 170 degrees Celsius.
2. Ginger Protein Cookies
Source: AdobeStockThe very same – aromatic, with honey and spices!
You will need: 80 g honey, 15 g butter, 1 egg yolk, 100 g rice flour, 25 g protein powder, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 1 tsp ground ginger, 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon.
Preparation: Mix honey, butter, and spices in a saucepan, bring to a boil, add baking soda, and heat until the mixture increases in volume. Remove from heat and add rice flour, protein powder, and egg yolk.
Knead the resulting dough, wrap it in cling film, and refrigerate for 1 hour. Then roll it out, cut out cookies, and bake them for about 5-7 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
3. Cottage Cheese Bake with Protein
Source: AdobeStockTender and uniform in texture, and not overly dry!
You will need: 200 g cottage cheese, 120-150 ml milk, 2 egg whites, 50 g protein powder.
Preparation: Blend egg whites with milk and protein powder until smooth, add cottage cheese, and blend again. Pour the cottage cheese mixture into a heatproof dish and bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
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4. Banana Bread with Protein
Source: AdobeStockSoft and moist inside due to the banana content.
You will need: 3 bananas, 2 eggs, 2 tbsp honey, 3 tbsp protein powder, 1 tbsp flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 0.5 tsp baking soda, 50 g dark chocolate, ground cinnamon.
Preparation: Mix the dry ingredients, whisk eggs with honey, and mash bananas into a puree. Blend everything together until smooth and add chocolate chips. Pour the batter into a loaf pan and bake the banana bread for approximately 30-35 minutes in the oven at 160 degrees Celsius.
5. Protein Waffles with Milk
Source: AdobeStockThe best protein-enriched baked good if you have a waffle maker at home!
You will need: 100 ml milk, 2 eggs, 100 g oat flour, 50 g protein powder, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp baking powder, 1 pinch of salt.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with milk and honey, mix the dry ingredients, and combine both mixtures. Heat your waffle maker and bake the protein waffles according to the instructions.
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6. Protein Cheesecake
Source: AdobeStockGarnish the finished cheesecake with fruits or berries as desired.
You will need: 100 g dates, 100 g rolled oats, 200 g cottage cheese, 2 egg whites, 1/2 cup sour cream, 1/2 cup protein powder, 2 tsp cocoa powder, sweetener.
Preparation: Blend dates, oats, and cocoa powder until finely chopped, adding hot water if the mixture is too stiff. Press the mixture into a springform pan to form the crust. Blend egg whites, sour cream, and cottage cheese until smooth, then gradually add protein powder and sweetener.
Pour the cottage cheese mixture over the crust and place the cheesecake on the top rack of the oven. Place a pan of water on the bottom rack and bake the dessert for 30-40 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius, without opening the oven door. Afterward, let it cool to room temperature.
7. Pumpkin Protein Muffins
Source: AdobeStockPumpkin adds natural sweetness to baked goods.
You will need: 1 cup pumpkin puree, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/2 cup fruit puree, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 cup protein powder, 1.5-2 cups oat flour, 2 tsp baking powder, ground cinnamon, spices.
Preparation: Boil or roast pumpkin in advance to make a puree. Mix all ingredients except flour, then gradually add it to the batter. Adjust the amount of flour according to the consistency. Divide the batter into muffin cups and bake the muffins for 15-20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
8. Baked Protein Syrniki (Cottage Cheese Pancakes)
Source: AdobeStockA healthier recipe without frying in oil.
You will need: 300 g cottage cheese, 1 egg, 40 g protein powder, sweetener.
Preparation: Blend the cottage cheese or press it through a sieve. Mix with the egg, add protein powder and sweetener to taste. Form syrniki with wet hands and bake them for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius. Flip them halfway through.
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9. Protein Brownies
Source: AdobeStockA variation on the classic dessert!
You will need: 2 eggs, 4 egg whites, 1/2 cup cocoa powder, 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup chocolate protein powder, 1/3 cup agave syrup, 1 tbsp baking powder, 1 pinch of salt.
Preparation: Mix dry and wet ingredients separately. Combine both mixtures, thoroughly mix the batter, pour it into a baking pan, and bake the brownies for approximately 25 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
10. Protein Sponge Cake with Greek Yogurt
Source: AdobeStockExcellent with tea and for small homemade cakes.
You will need: 150 ml Greek yogurt, 2 eggs, 50 g flour, 50 g protein powder, 1 tsp baking powder, vanilla sugar.
Preparation: Whisk eggs with yogurt, add dry ingredients, and mix the batter. Bake the protein sponge cake for about 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius or 2-5 minutes in the microwave at maximum power.
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11. Protein Peanut Butter Cookies
Source: AdobeStockIts main feature is a distinct nutty flavor.
You will need: 3 bananas, 150 g peanut butter, 100 g rolled oats, 80 g protein powder.
Preparation: Blend bananas until smooth, then mix all ingredients together. Let the dough rest for 10-15 minutes and spoon cookies onto parchment paper. Bake them for 20 minutes in the oven at 190 degrees Celsius.
12. Carrot Protein Roll
Source: AdobeStockSure to be a family favorite!
You will need: 200 g carrots, 3 eggs, 30 g protein powder, 150 g cottage cheese, 150 g cream cheese, fruits or berries, ground cinnamon, salt, sweetener.
Preparation: Separate egg whites from yolks and whisk whites with salt until stiff peaks form. Grate carrots finely, mix them with yolks, then add protein powder, salt, and sweetener to taste. Gently fold the egg whites into the batter with a spatula, spread it onto parchment paper in a rectangular shape, and bake for 20 minutes in the oven at 180 degrees Celsius.
Next, roll the finished sponge cake with the parchment paper into a log, let it cool, then unroll it. Separately mix cottage cheese, ricotta, and sweetener, spread the resulting cream over the sponge cake, and arrange some sliced fruits or berries. Roll it up again and refrigerate for 2 hours to set.