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    Home » Paleo

    43 Easy Pea Protein Recipes (Using Nuzest Protein Powder)

    Published: May 14, 2022 · by Katie

    This post contains a collection of some of my favorite pea protein recipes; from pea protein muffins to cookies, protein bars and energy bites. All recipes are gluten free and dairy free.

    Paleo pumpkin protein muffins on wire rack.

    If you're familiar with my blog, or follow me over on Instagram, then you know I use pea protein frequently. I bake with it, add it to yogurt bowls and use it in smoothies.

    I've tried a couple different brands of pea protein, but one of my favorites is Nuzest. Nuzest has high standards and their protein powder actually tastes good. Plus, it's low in sugar, carbs and additives - something I look for in a protein powder.

    Nuzest Pea Protein Facts

    • Vegan and paleo friendly: no grains, no gluten, no dairy, no refined sugar
    • Easy to digest: it's processed using a low-heat, enzymatic isolation process (which is functionally very similar to fermenting or sprouting) and this effectively removes most of the phytate, lectins, saponins, and trypsin inhibitors that are associated with legumes.
    • No junk: free of fillers, additives and artificial sweeteners
    • 3rd party tested: for heavy metals, pesticides, solvents and common allergens
    • Certified gluten free and non GMO

    I consider Nuzest clean lean protein one of the "cleanest" protein powders out there.  It's one I feel safe eating regularly and giving to my kids.  Plus, I love the taste.

    Nuzest Clean Lean Protein Powders

    Where to Buy Nuzest Pea Protein Powder

    The best place to buy Nuzest pea protein powder is from the Nuzest website. They offer a wide range of protein flavors, along with bars and digestive support supplements.

    Use my Nuzest discount code BAKEITPALEO to save on any order!

    Amazon also carries Nuzest, as well as a few retail locations (which you can find on the Nuzest website).

    What to Do with Pea Protein Powder?

    There are so many ways to use pea protein powder. I have a lot of recipes using pea protein on my blog, but I've compiled a list of my favorites. So, here we go!

    Muffins with Pea Protein

    Muffins are one of my favorite ways to use pea protein. It's very absorbent, so you have to add just the right amount of moisture in your recipes, but I find pea protein bakes very well. Here are some easy gluten free muffin recipes made with pea protein:

    • Chocolate pumpkin protein muffins on wire cooling rack.
      Chocolate Pumpkin Protein Muffins (Gluten Free, Paleo)
    • Grabbing a banana protein muffin with a bite out of it to show the inside texture.
      Gluten Free Banana Protein Muffins (No Flour)
    • healthy-chocolate-chip-protein-muffins
      Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins (Gluten Free)
    • top-view-of-chocolate-pea-protein-muffins
      Low Carb Chocolate Protein Muffins (No Banana)
    • Paleo pumpkin protein muffins on wire rack.
      Paleo Pumpkin Protein Muffins (No Yogurt, Gluten Free)
    • protein-muffins-recipe
      Vanilla Protein Muffins (Low Carb, No Banana)
    • bite of protein muffin
      Low Carb Strawberry Protein Muffins
    • tahini-protein-muffins
      Vegan Banana Protein Muffins (Paleo, Gluten Free)

    Desserts with Pea Protein

    One way I try to keep my homemade treats healthier is by adding protein powder. Pea protein works well in so many dessert recipes, from baked donuts to cookies and homemade candy bars. Here are some easy dessert recipes with added protein:

    • Holing a snickers that's been cut in half to show the inside texture.
      Homemade Protein Snickers Bars (Paleo, Vegan)
    • chocolate-glazed-pumpkin-donuts
      Pumpkin Protein Donuts (Gluten Free)
    • Paleo lemon cookie bars.
      Lemon Cookie Bars (Gluten Free, High Protein)
    • Healthy high protein chocolate mousse topped with coconut cream, blueberries, cacao nibs and bee pollen.
      High Protein Chocolate Mousse (Vegan, Paleo)
    • Birthday Cake Protein Cookies (Gluten Free)
    • bite of a twix bar
      Protein Twix (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
    • Top view of donuts.
      Gluten Free Protein Donuts (Dairy Free)
    • healthy-protein-donut-holes
      Protein Donut Holes (Gluten Free, Vegan)
    • Cut protein yogurt bark.
      Protein Yogurt Bark
    • top-view-of-pea-protein-cookies
      Chocolate Chip Protein Cookies (Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
    • Healthy banana protein donuts on wire cooling rack.
      Healthy Banana Protein Donuts (Gluten Free, Paleo)

    Protein Balls and Protein Bars

    Of course, homemade protein bars and balls with pea protein are an obvious choice! You can quickly throw together a handful of ingredients to create delicious pea protein energy balls or decadent pea protein chocolate bars.

    • Chocolate Caramel Protein Bars (Gluten Free, Paleo)
    • banana protein balls topped with cinnamon
      Paleo Banana Protein Balls (Vegan, Nut Free)
    • top view of rolled protein balls
      Paleo Pumpkin Protein Balls (No Bake, Vegan)
    • bite of a cookie dough protein ball
      Cookie Dough Protein Balls (Paleo, Vegan, Nut Free)
    • Side view of bar.
      Healthy Gingerbread Protein Bars (Dairy Free)
    • bite of a vanilla protein ball to show the inside texture
      Vanilla Protein Balls (No Nuts, Paleo)
    • protein balls on plate
      Dark Chocolate Protein Balls (No Bake, Low Carb)
    • Bite of a pumpkin protein bar to show the texture.
      Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Bars (Vegan)
    • close up of energy balls
      Birthday Cake Protein Balls (No Bake, Paleo)
    • almond-butter-protein-bites
      Almond Butter Protein Balls (No Oats, Paleo)
    • Superfood Protein Bars (Gluten Free, Paleo)
    • Low carb mint chocolate protein bars.
      Mint Chocolate Protein Bar Recipe (Low Carb)
    • Protein balls decorated and on a plate.
      Healthy Strawberry Protein Balls (Paleo)
    • healthy-cake-bar-recipes
      Birthday Cake Protein Bars (Paleo, Low Carb, Dairy Free)
    • easy-chocolate-protein-bar-recipe
      Dark Chocolate Protein Bars (No Bake, Paleo, Vegan)
    • Healthy Gingerbread Protein Balls (Grain Free, Vegan)
    • Healthy strawberry protein bars.
      Healthy Strawberry Protein Bars (Low Carb)
    • Stack of three almond butter protein bars.
      Healthy Almond Butter Protein Bars (Gluten Free)

    Breads with Pea Protein

    Just like muffins, you can make a variety of healthy breads using pea protein! They can be sweet or savory too!

    • Banana chocolate protein bread sliced and on cutting board.
      Healthy Chocolate Protein Banana Bread (Gluten Free)
    • Pea protein bread on cutting board.
      Healthy Pea Protein Bread (Gluten Free, Paleo)
    • vegan-gluten-free-protein-bread
      Vegan Banana Protein Bread (Gluten Free, Paleo)
    • Slices on wire cooling rack.
      Pumpkin Protein Bread (Gluten Free)

    Protein Waffles and Pancakes

    Pea protein can also be added to waffle and pancake recipes, great for boosting your morning protein intake.

    • Drizzling maple syrup over a stack of protein pancakes.
      Gluten Free Banana Protein Pancakes
    • easy-protein-waffles-with-strawberries
      Healthy Vanilla Protein Waffles (Low Carb, Paleo)
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