We recently wrote this article about the power of casein protein intake before bed for your recovery. There’s never been a better excuse for dessert. Try these macro-friendly, casein protein powder ideas
Recipes
Enjoy Working Against Gravity's easy, healthy recipes to help you reach your body composition and performance goals while keeping food delicious.
Protein: 13g | Carbs: 3g | Fat: 1g
5 Step Black Bean Brownies
Protein: 11g | Carbs: 24g | Fat: 4g
Calories: 176
Recipe for making 8 HUGE 110g brownies.
Birthday Cake Protein Rice Crispy Treats
Protein: 5g | Carbs: 20g | Fat: 4g
Calories: 136
These birthday cake-inspired rice crispy treats are still squarely in the “dessert” category, we cleaned them up (and added a little protein kick) to keep them more macro-friendly than the original.
Apple Sweet Potato Brookies
Protein: 3g | Carbs: 22g | Fat: 2g
Calories: 118
Is it too much to ask for a tasty baked treat with the calorie and macronutrient profile of a piece of fruit? No, it is not.
Bedtime Recovery Hot Chocolate
Protein: 13g | Carbs: 3g | Fat: 1g
Calories: 73
Try this hot chocolate filled with casein protein for a deep, restful sleep. Perfect for recovery!
Protein Lemon Bars
Protein: 15g | Carbs: 13g | Fat: 4g
Calories: 148
These tangy lemon protein bars are a perfect dessert that’s light on sweetness and macros, but high in protein and flavor.
Root Beer Float
Protein: 6g | Carbs: 14g | Fat: 0g
Calories: 80
Ever wanted a root beer float, but didn't want to use up all your macros? Most root beer floats have on average 14F and 48C. But this isn’t your average root beer float. This one makes it easy to satisfy that craving without breaking the macro bank.
4 Macro-Friendly Popsicle Ideas
Protein: 16g | Carbs: 21g | Fat: 6g
Calories: 202
The dog days of summer are here, and with that comes the heat. Try these homemade popsicles for a low-calorie cool down snack!
S'more Muffins
Protein: 10g | Carbs: 25g | Fat: 5g
Calories: 185
Today's recipe is to satisfy those with a bit of a sweet tooth. #TeamWAG member Dusty, AKA The Flexible Baker and the creator of Dusty’s Calculated Madness has come up with a S'mores Muffin recipe that is not only macro friendly but delicious and filling.