5 High Protein Dessert Recipes (Easy, Healthy & Delicious)

If you’re looking for healthy dessert ideas that are high in protein, low in carbs, and easy to make, you’re in the right place. These 5 high protein dessert recipes are quick, satisfying, and use simple ingredients you probably already have at home.

Each recipe features Justine’s high protein, low carb cookies, New Zealand’s smart snacking solution that tastes indulgent but fits your goals. Perfect for meal prep, late-night cravings, or a sweet treat after dinner.

1. High Protein Mini Cheesecake Recipe

Creamy, indulgent, and portable

Ingredients:

• 1 crumbled Justine’s x Forty Thieves Protein Cookie Bar

• ¾ cup protein Greek yogurt

• 2 tbsp Forty Thieves Peanut Butter (smooth)

• 1–2 tbsp maple syrup

• Melted chocolate + crushed peanuts (to top)

Method:

1. Press the crumbled cookie bar into the base of a jar or ramekin.

2. Mix yogurt, peanut butter, and maple syrup until smooth.

3. Spoon over the base, then chill.

4. Drizzle with melted chocolate and sprinkle with peanuts before serving.

 

 

2. Protein Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich

The ultimate protein dessert hack for summer.

Ingredients:

• 2 Justine’s Mini Protein Cookies

• ¼–½ cup protein ice cream (store-bought or homemade)

Method:

1. Sandwich your favourite protein ice cream between two mini cookies.

2. Roll edges in chopped nuts, freeze-dried berries, or sugar-free choc chips.

3. Freeze for 30 mins if you want a firmer bite, or enjoy straight away.

 

 

3. Easy Protein Parfait with Berries

Light, fruity, and packed with protein.

Ingredients:

• 1 Justine’s Protein Cookie, crumbled

• 150g Greek yogurt

• Fresh berries (raspberries, blueberries, or strawberries)

• Optional: sugar-free syrup, peanut butter, or melted dark chocolate

Method:

1. Layer cookie crumbs, yogurt, and fresh berries in a glass.

2. Repeat until full.

3. Finish with a drizzle of syrup, nut butter, or melted chocolate.

 

 

4. Low Carb Rocky Road Bites Recipe

A classic dessert, reimagined with better-for-you ingredients.

Ingredients:

• 200g sugar-free chocolate, melted

• 2 Justine’s Cookies, chopped

• ½ cup sugar-free marshmallows

• ¼ cup sugar-free lollies, chopped

Method:

1. Stir cookies, marshmallows, and lollies into melted chocolate.

2. Pour into a lined tin, chill until firm, and slice into squares.

 

 

5. High Protein Chocolate Mug Cake

Warm, fudgy, and ready in 2 minutes.

Ingredients:

• 1 scoop (25–30g) vanilla protein powder

• 1 tbsp cocoa powder

• 1 tbsp almond flour

• ½ tsp baking powder

• 1 large egg (or 3 tbsp egg whites)

• 2 tbsp milk (dairy or almond)

• 1 tsp sweetener

Method:

1. Mix everything in a mug until smooth.

2. Microwave for 60–90 seconds until set but gooey in the middle.

3. Top with sugar-free choc chips or a spoonful of nut butter.Final Thoughts: Smarter High Protein Desserts

 

These 5 desserts prove you don’t need to choose between taste and nutrition. With Justine’s high protein, low carb cookies, you can whip up indulgent, better-for-you treats in minutes - and still stay on track with your goals.

💡 Pro tip: Keep a stash of Justine’s Cookies in your pantry, and dessert is never more than 5 minutes away.