This chocolate layer cake is the perfect harmony of rich, deep cocoa flavor and a tender, moist crumb, topped with a luscious, silky chocolate buttercream. Created by Claire Saffitz and made famous by The New York Times, it’s quickly become a favorite among home bakers looking for a dependable yet show-stopping dessert. While the full written […]
This decadent Protein Banana Pudding makes a great breakfast, snack, or dessert! It has a double dose of high protein because it’s made with both Vanilla Cream Protein Smoothie and Greek yogurt. And the Simple Mills Cinnamon Sweet Thins and fresh banana slices give it a slightly sweet taste, without loads of sugar–along with a
Indulge in a rich, creamy chocolate mousse that’s secretly packed with nutrition! This Cottage Cheese Chocolate Mousse blends just five wholesome ingredients into a smooth, satisfying dessert that’s high in protein and fiber. It’s the perfect treat to curb your sweet cravings while keeping your health goals on track. You’d never guess this cottage cheese
One of our bakers, Kelsey, developed these cake-style doughnuts to serve for dessert at Manufactory, where they are freshly fried and paired with ice cream. Einkorn is lower in protein and therefore softer than all-purpose flour, and gives dough a light texture and delicious flavor. It is well worth seeking out to try as a
These moist, chewy brownies have plenty of rich chocolatey flavor—with a fraction of the fat and calories found in many traditional recipes. Wheat germ and oats add fiber and vitamins, while the milk powder provides a calcium boost. Instructions : Dr Megan JustinI’m Dr. Megan Justin With a degree in Nutrition and years of experience
It’s hard to believe that these dense, moist, indulgent-tasting cupcakes topped with a sweet caramel sauce have only 125 calories each. The secret is soaking the dried figs in coffee, which keeps the batter moist while adding lots of rich, figgy flavor. Try one for a carb-packed pre run snack. Instructions : Dr Megan JustinI’m
These gluten-free contain no added oils or butter, yet stay incredibly moist thanks to applesauce and black beans (the latter of which also lends dense, fudgy texture). Without the frosting, the cake is ideal fuel before a long run. Or, save them until after you run and spread them with the rich peanut butter cream
Chocolate chips, walnuts, and oats give these cookies a chewy and crunchy texture. They use less sugar than many traditional chocolate chip cookies, but have plenty of rich sweetness thanks to the combination of brown sugar, dark honey, and cocoa powder. Instructions : Dr Megan JustinI’m Dr. Megan Justin With a degree in Nutrition and
Crunchy oats, sweet berries, and rich, melted dark chocolate make this a truly satisfying yet still healthy indulgence. The berries provide antioxidants key for recovery and (along with the oats) a dose of fiber. Instructions : Dr Megan JustinI’m Dr. Megan Justin With a degree in Nutrition and years of experience working in U.S. hospitals,
These individual dishes of sweet-tart roasted apples are a deeply satisfying end to a meal. What makes this so special is the topping: The oats and almonds give this dish a shot of fiber, healthy fat, and antioxidants, while the crunchy texture offers a rewarding contrast to the soft, cooked apples. If you don’t have
