Get your daily dose of protein with these 5 simple, delicious desserts

We all know how important that protein is in our diet. Not only does it keep us measured longer (which is great when you want to stay in shape), but it also “keeps our metabolism going, our energy up and our blood sugar levels stable.” But how do we know if we are getting enough? Knowing that maintaining a healthy balance of fiber-rich and protein-packed foods can be challenging with the hectic lives we lead, we asked Tone It Up for help.

Here are five of their current favorite recipes they are whipping up. Eat them for breakfast, dessert, on the go, or when you need a (delicious) energy boost. We also love the fact that these recipes do not shake, because, yes, eat our favorite hobby.

Healthy Chocolate Donuts

ingredients

1 ⁄ 2 cup chocolate Tone It Up Protein
half cup almond meal
1 ⁄ 2 tsp. baking powder
1 ⁄ 2 tsp. baking powder
1 ⁄ 4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 ⁄ 4 cup maple syrup
2 tbsp. coconut oil
1 ⁄ 4 cup egg whites
1 ⁄ 4 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 ⁄ 4 cup Greek yogurt
1 ⁄ 4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Coconut oil syringe

directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees.

In a bowl, combine all dry ingredients and stir. Add the wet ingredients and any dark chocolate chips to the bowl and mix until combined.

Spray donut jars with coconut oil and scoop the batter into each. Bake for 15 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Protein waffles

ingredients

A scoop of Tone It Up Protein half banana, mashed
1 ⁄ 2 tbsp. almond milk, unsweetened
1 ⁄ 4 cup egg whites
1 ⁄ 2 tsp. cinnamon
1 ⁄ 4 cup fresh berries
1 tbsp. honey or maple syrup
2 tbsp. your favorite yogurt

directions

Turn on the waffle iron and let it heat up.

Completely mash the banana with almond milk. Gradually stir in the rest of the ingredients. You can also add all ingredients to a mixer.

Spray waffle maker with organic cooking spray and pour into batter. Cook according to the instructions, until done!

Serve with your choice of toppings. We love fresh fruit, yogurt and a little honey or maple syrup!

Banana peanut butter Overnight Oats

ingredients

1 ⁄ 2 cup oatmeal
2 tbsp. peanut butter
4 tsp. Chia seeds
2 tsp. honey or maple syrup
a cup of unsweetened almond milk
1 scoop of vanilla Tone It Up Protein a banana, sliced

directions

Combine everything in a bowl. Divide the mixture into two mason jars. Let sit in the fridge overnight.

Healthy Chocolate Berry Muffins

ingredients

1 1 ⁄ 2 dl almond meal
half cup vanilla Tone It Up Protein
3 ⁄ 4 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 tsp. baking powder
1 ⁄ 4 tsp. salt
1 ⁄ 4 cup pure maple syrup 1
cup unsweetened coconut milk (from a carton)
2 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla extract
2 tbsp. coconut oil, melted
a cup of chopped strawberries
Coconut oil sprayed

directions

Preheat oven to 350 ° F.

Spray muffin jars with coconut oil spray.

In a bowl, combine all the dry ingredients and whisk.

In a separate bowl, combine all the wet ingredients (except for strawberries) and whisk to combine. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and stir. Carefully cover the strawberries.

Avocado Peanut Butter Brownie

ingredients

2 avocados, mashed
2 tbsp. melted coconut oil
2 eggs
1 ⁄ 2 cup maple syrup
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 ⁄ 4 cup vanilla Tone It Up Protein
half cup oatmeal or almond flour
1 ⁄ 4 cup unsweetened cocoa
1 ⁄ 2 tsp. baking powder
1 ⁄ 4 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. peanut butter
Coconut oil sprayed

directions

Preheat oven to 350 ° F.

In a bowl, combine wet ingredients (minus peanut butter). In a separate bowl, combine the dry ingredients. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients.

Note: Make nine servings.