Protein Chocolate Sauce - Easy, Healthy, 3 Ingredients (2024)

A super easy and healthy Protein Chocolate Sauce with just 3 ingredients! This protein powder chocolate sauce with cocoa is a great recipe for a sugar free and Vegan homemade dipping sauce!

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Kind of a recipe on request here because a lot of you asked for simple protein powder dessert recipes.

Now that I think of it I actually put down a protein powder chocolate sauce on my list a while ago, but never really got around to it. So I guess I should thank you all for the motivation here?

I’ve had this sauce with waffles and sweet potato fries and even just plain – a real good healthy chocolate sauce recipe!

Ingredients for the Best Protein Chocolate Sauce

This high protein chocolate sauce is actually made with just 3 ingredients – and water, but we don’t count that. No sugar, no butter, no buttercream, no condensed milk needed!

• Chocolate Protein Powder – this is what replaces the sugar here. I used Quest Nutrition whey-casein protein powder.
• Unsweetened Cocoa Powder or Cacao Powder
• Almond Butter
• Water

Make High Protein Chocolate Sauce Vegan:

This chocolate sauce already has no milk and no condensed milk, so it’s a great dairy free recipe and can easily be made Vegan. To make this homemade chocolate sauce recipe Vegan, use a plant based protein powder.
I recommend KOS here; Be sure to taste and add some extra sweetener if needed.

How to make a Protein Powder Chocolate Sauce with Cocoa

Other than being simple in ingredients, this protein powder chocolate sayce recipe is so easy it really does make the best recipe out there!

All you need to do is:

1. Whisk together all the ingredients in a bowl:
   chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, almond butter and water.

And that really is everything!

Tips for perfect smooth Chocoalte Protein Dipping Sauce

• Use drippy almond butter so that it mixes well with the remaining ingredients.

• Sift the cocoa powder into the bowl – again to avoid a clumpy chocolate sauce.

• Add water a little at a time – too much can make it too runny too soon.

• Taste and add a little sweetener if you need.

Options to store Healthy Homemade Chocolate Sauce

You can store healthy chocolate sauce with protein powder sauce in the fridge or freezer!

To store in the fridge, keep protein sauce in an airtight container for 4-5 days. Lightly warm it in the microwave to make it runny again.

To freeze this homemade chocolate sauce, put it in an airtight container keep in the freezer for 3-4 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and them microwave a little warm.

How to use Healthy 3 Ingredient Chocolate Sauce

This protein chocolate sauce works great on a a dessert board and perfect for dipping pretzels, fruit, or light crackers. Here’s some options:

1. Ice Cream Sundae:

Drizzle chocolate protein powder sauce over a scoop (or several scoops) of your favorite ice cream. Top with whipped cream, nuts, and a cherry for a classic sundae.

2. Dip:

Dip fresh strawberries, banana slices, or even pretzels into homemade chocolate sauce. It’s a simple and delicious way to elevate your fruit snack.

3. Pancake or Waffle Topper:

Pour chocolate sauce over pancakes or waffles (like these churro protein waffles) for a decadent breakfast or brunch treat. Add some sliced bananas or berries for extra flavor.

4. Dessert Pizza:

Spread chocolate sauce over a pre-baked pizza crust and add toppings like sliced strawberries, marshmallows, and chopped nuts. Bake briefly to melt the chocolate, creating a unique dessert pizza.

5. Dessert Quesadilla:

Spread chocolate sauce between two tortillas, add sliced bananas or strawberries, and then cook it on a griddle until the tortillas are crispy. Slice it into wedges for a delightful dessert quesadilla.

6. Drizzle on Baked Goods:

Decorate cakes, cupcakes, brownies, or cookies by drizzling chocolate sauce over the top. You can create beautiful patterns or a simple, elegant finish.

Remember, the possibilities are endless, and these ideas can be adjusted to suit your taste preferences. Enjoy experimenting with this protein chocolate syrup recipe in your kitchen!

More Protein Dipping Sauce and Spread Recipes:

• Quick High Protein Peanut Butter Spread
• Protein Cheesecake Dip – Easy, Healthy, No Sugar!