So, you want to have your cake and eat it, too? That’s not going to be a problem! Whey protein flavors have leveled up in recent years to include options that can easily double as dessert. Try these popular picks and consider that cookie habit kicked.
1. GHOST Chips Ahoy! Whey Protein
Little did you know when you were tearing through these iconic cookies after school that they would someday help you make gains—but here we are. GHOST’s Chips Ahoy! Whey Protein contains actual cookie pieces to amp up the flavor (and nostalgia), and features a blend of whey protein isolate and concentrate that adds up to a solid 25 grams of protein per serving.
2. Transparent Labs 100% Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate
Transparent Labs is one of the big hitters in the grass-fed whey category, with their Salted Chocolate Caramel protein packing 28 grams of whey protein isolate from 100 percent grass-fed cows. It’s flavored and sweetened with natural ingredients, proving you don’t have to sacrifice indulgence for a more “farm-to-shaker” experience. (In case you’re not sold on the trend, grass-fed whey boasts potential benefits like a more optimal nutrient profile and supporting more sustainable agricultural practices.)
3. RYSE Cosmic Brownies Loaded Protein
Whether it was your childhood favorite or your child’s childhood favorite, Cosmic Brownies are still a universally loved treat, and now, they’re drinkable with RYSE’s Cosmic Brownies Loaded Protein. You already love RYSE’s protein for combining 25 grams of whey protein isolate and concentrate with MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides)—and this specialty flavor includes the candy-coated chocolate pieces that made Cosmic Brownies famous. Have a blast showing this one off at the gym or in your latest baked protein creation. Little Debbie would be so proud.
4. BodyTech Vanilla Frosting Whey Isolate Zero
You might not be able to lick the top of a cupcake clean without racking up a few grams of carbs, but you can drink a shake mixed with BodyTech’s Limited Edition Vanilla Frosting Whey Isolate Zero and get right back to racking those weights. This creamy, decadent powder contains pure-as-can-be whey protein isolate, which offers more BCAAs than whey protein concentrate, so you can streamline your muscle recovery and physique. Try mixing it into plain yogurt for the full frosting effect.
5. CBUM Mint Chip ICe Cream Itholate Protein Powder
It might not come in a waffle cone, but CBUM’s Mint Chip Ice Cream Itholate Protein Powder will still satisfy even the strongest cravings for this classic ice cream flavor while helping you stay on track with your fitness goals. Packing 25 grams of protein from 100 percent micro-filtered whey protein isolate plus chocolate chip goodness, this protein is personally approved by bodybuilding legend Chris Bumstead.
6. Gorilla Mode Cookies & Cream Premium Protein
Gorilla Mode’s Cookies & Cream Premium Protein will win over your taste buds as quickly as it ramps up your muscle recovery. The brand’s revamped formula contains some whey protein concentrate for creamy palatability, but emphasizes whey protein isolate for maximum protein delivery. It boasts 25 grams of protein with hardly a shred of lactose or fat per serving. (Don’t worry, though, Gorilla Mode added in lactase enzymes to support prime digestibility.) Oh, and did we mention it contains cookie pieces? Find an option that’s this creamy and this easy on the stomach, we dare you.
7. EHP Labs Strawberry Milkshake OxyWhey Lean Whey Protein
EHP Labs OxyWhey Lean Whey Protein is another creamy dream, whether it’s in your shaker cup or blended into frozen ‘nice’ cream. Formulated with a blend of whey protein isolate and concentrate for smooth texture and rich flavor, it’s a go-to for anyone looking to support muscle gains or weight management. Plus, it also includes enzymes and probiotics to support gut health and digestibility. The Strawberry Milkshake flavor is perfectly sweet, so froth it up in your shaker cup or blend it up with ice and your favorite milk for an old-school diner experience.
8. Clean Simple Eats Cake Batter Whey Protein
If you’re all about natural flavors and sweeteners, look no further than Clean Simple Eats Protein Powder. Their 100 percent grass-fed whey protein offers 20 grams of protein, plus a number of digestive enzymes, MCTs, and prebiotic fiber, making it a unique option guaranteed to not only support muscle growth but to keep you satiated and help curb cravings. The Cake Batter flavor contains dried milk and natural flavors (plus sweetness from xylitol, stevia leaf, and monk fruit) for a classic taste that’ll convince you you just licked a spatula in your mom’s kitchen. It practically begs to be added to protein muffins, pancakes, and all sorts of other baked treats.
9. BodyTech Whey Tech Pro 24 Chocolate Candy Bar Stuffed Series Protein
Calling all BodyTech fans! You don’t have to wait ’til Halloween to indulge in candy bars. BodyTech Whey Tech Pro 24 Stuffed Series Chocolate Candy Bar Protein delivers everything you expect from the brand’s popular protein (think 24 grams of a combo of whey protein isolate and concentrate and high concentrations of BCAAs to fuel lean muscle growth and recovery), while also satisfying your sweet tooth. The rich chocolate powder is filled with real caramel pieces and still contains just two grams of sugar. Every sip tastes like cheating, but powers your training and gains.