Tasty recipes and ideas with protein powder

And what about something other than a standard protein shake? Here are tips for tasty recipes with protein powder that are different from a simple shake. You can use the recipes for whey protein , whey isolate and vegan protein .

Make your own recipes and preparation with protein powder

Here are 20 tasty recipes that use protein powder:

1. Protein-rich banana pancakes:

   • 1 ripe banana
   • 2 eggs
   • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • Optional: cinnamon or vanilla extract to taste
   • Mash the banana and mix with the eggs and protein powder into a smooth batter. Fry small pancakes in a frying pan until golden brown.

2. High Protein Oatmeal Cookies:

   • 1 ½ cups of oatmeal
   • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
   • 2 tablespoons almond butter
   • Optional: handful of raisins or chopped nuts
   • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl. Form cookies from the mixture and bake them in the oven at 180°C for 12-15 minutes.

3. Protein-rich chocolate truffles:

   • 1 ½ cups almond flour
   • ¼ cup cocoa powder
   • ¼ cup maple syrup
   • 2 scoops of chocolate protein powder
   • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
   • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl. Form small balls from the mixture. Roll the balls in extra cocoa powder or chopped nuts if necessary. Place them in the refrigerator to set.

4. Protein-rich smoothie bowl:

   • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • 1 frozen banana
   • 1 cup frozen berries (e.g. strawberries, blueberries, raspberries)
   • 1 cup spinach or kale
   • ½ cup of milk of your choice
   • Blend all ingredients in a blender until thick and creamy in texture. Spoon into a bowl and top with your favorite toppings, such as banana slices, coconut flakes or chopped nuts.

5. Protein-rich chia pudding:

   • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
   • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • 1 cup of milk of your choice
   • Optional: sweetener to taste, for example honey or maple syrup Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Let the mixture rest for a few minutes and stir again. Place the bowl in the refrigerator and let the chia pudding set for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight. Serve with fresh fruit or nuts.

6. Protein-rich waffles:

   • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
   • 2 tablespoons protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • 2 teaspoons of baking powder
   • 2 eggs
   • 1 ½ cups of milk of your choice
   • Optional: vanilla extract or cinnamon to taste
   • Mix all ingredients in a bowl until a smooth batter. Bake the batter in a waffle iron according to the device's instructions. Serve with fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup.

7. Protein-rich energy bars:

   • 1 ½ cups of oatmeal
   • ½ cup peanut butter
   • ¼ cup of honey
   • 2 scoops of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • Optional: handful of chopped nuts, seeds or dried fruit
   • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl. Press the mixture firmly into a baking tin and let it set in the refrigerator. Cut into strips and store in the refrigerator.

8. Protein-rich coconut balls:

   • 1 ½ cups unsweetened shredded coconut
   • ¼ cup almond butter
   • ¼ cup of honey
   • 2 scoops of vanilla protein powder
   • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl. Form small balls from the mixture and place them on a baking tray. Place them in the refrigerator to set.

9. Protein-rich cheesecake:

   • 1 ½ cup cottage cheese
   • 2 scoops of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
   • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
   • 2 tablespoons of honey
   • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
   • Mix all ingredients in a bowl until smooth. Pour the mixture into a cake tin and let it set in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. Serve chilled.

10. Protein-rich cinnamon rolls:

    • 1 ½ cups whole wheat flour
    • 2 tablespoons protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • 2 teaspoons of baking powder
    • ½ cup Greek yogurt
    • ¼ cup of milk of your choice
    • 2 tablespoons melted butter
    • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
    • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
    • Mix the whole wheat flour, protein powder and baking powder in a bowl. Add the Greek yogurt and milk and knead into a dough. Roll out the dough into a rectangular shape. Brush the dough with melted butter, maple syrup and cinnamon. Roll up the dough and cut into slices. Bake the rolls in the oven at 180°C for 12-15 minutes.

11. Protein-rich strawberry mousse:

    • 1 cup strawberries, halved
    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon of honey
    • Optional: fresh mint leaves for garnish
    • Blend the strawberries, protein powder, Greek yogurt and honey until smooth. Pour the mixture into glasses and let it set in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour. Garnish with fresh mint leaves before serving.

12. Protein-rich quinoa salad:

    • 1 cup cooked quinoa
    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • 1 cup mixed vegetables (e.g. cucumber, tomato, pepper)
    • Handful of feta cheese or goat cheese
    • Handful of chopped herbs (e.g. parsley, mint)
    • 2 tablespoons of olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • Mix all ingredients in a bowl and season with salt and pepper. Serve as a healthy protein-rich salad.

13. Protein-rich omelette:

    • 2 eggs
    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • Handful of vegetables (e.g. spinach, mushrooms, peppers)
    • Optional: grated cheese
    • Beat the eggs and egg white powder together in a bowl. Add the vegetables and mix well. Fry the omelette in a frying pan until done. Sprinkle with grated cheese if desired.

14. Protein-rich banana bread:

    • 2 ripe bananas, mashed
    • 2 eggs
    • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
    • 1/4 cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
    • 1/4 cup protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • 1 teaspoon baking powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
    • Pinch of salt
    • Optional: handful of chopped nuts or raisins
    • Mix the mashed bananas, eggs, Greek yogurt, honey and vanilla extract in a bowl. Add the whole wheat flour, protein powder, baking powder, cinnamon and salt and mix well. Add chopped nuts or raisins if desired. Pour the batter into a greased loaf tin and bake in the oven at 180°C for 45-50 minutes, or until the bread is done.

15. Protein-rich chocolate ice cream:

    • 2 frozen bananas
    • 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder
    • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
    • 1/2 cup milk of your choice
    • Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth in texture. Spoon into a bowl and serve immediately as delicious chocolate ice cream.

16. Protein-rich chicken soup:

    • 2 cups chicken broth
    • 1 cooked chicken fillet, cubed
    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • Handful of vegetables (e.g. carrot, celery, onion)
    • Optional: herbs to taste (e.g. thyme, rosemary)
    • Bring the chicken stock to the boil in a pan. Add the cooked chicken breast, protein powder and vegetables. Let simmer until the vegetables are done. Season with herbs of your choice and serve as a protein-rich and hearty soup.

17. High Protein Peanut Butter Energy Balls:

    • 1 cup of oatmeal
    • 1/2 cup peanut butter
    • 1/4 cup honey
    • 2 scoops of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • Handful of chopped peanuts
    • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl. Form small balls from the mixture and place them on a baking tray. Place them in the refrigerator to set.

18. Protein-rich green smoothie:

    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • 1 cup spinach or kale
    • 1 frozen banana
    • 1 cup almond milk
    • Optional: handful of frozen berries or other fruit
    • Blend all ingredients in a blender until smooth in texture. If necessary, add a little more almond milk to achieve the desired consistency.

19. Protein-rich tuna salad:

    • 1 can tuna, drained
    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • Handful of chopped vegetables (e.g. cucumber, pepper, onion)
    • Mix all ingredients well in a bowl. Serve the tuna salad on a bed of lettuce or on whole wheat crackers.

20. Protein-rich mashed potatoes:

    • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
    • 1/2 cup milk of your choice
    • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
    • 1 scoop of protein powder (flavor of your choice)
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • Boil the potatoes in a pan of water until done. Drain the potatoes and put them back in the pan. Add milk, Greek yogurt and protein powder. Mash the potatoes into a smooth puree. Season with salt and pepper. Serve as a side dish with a protein-rich main course.

Enjoy these delicious protein-rich recipes!