{"id":40513,"date":"2026-02-13T07:04:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-13T12:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.strongfitnessmag.com\/?p=40513"},"modified":"2026-02-13T10:12:30","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T15:12:30","slug":"sweet-tooth-solutions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.strongfitnessmag.com\/nutrition\/recipes\/sweet-tooth-solutions\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweet Tooth Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Recipes created by Samantha Ann Leete, bodybuilding.com athlete<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Okay, so you have a sweet tooth. Who doesn\u2019t?<\/span><\/strong> As a woman committed to her training and nutrition, you don\u2019t want to blow your hard work in a few swift and sinful bites but there\u2019s no reason anyone should live without dessert. The solution? Snack like a fitness star.<\/p>\n

These unbelievably delicious desserts come straight from the recipe box of bodybuilding.com athlete Samantha Ann Leete, whose rock solid figure made us believers. The best part\u2014you don\u2019t have to choose between common sense and cravings. Each recipe delivers a sizeable amount of protein without sacrificing sweetness. Talk about compromise!<\/p>\n

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Photo by marysckin-stock.adobe.com<\/p>\n

Banana Cream Protein Crepes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ready in 10 MinutesMakes 1 Serving<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS:<\/strong>Crepes:<\/strong>3 egg whites1\/2 scoop Vanilla Whey Protein1 Tbsp coconut flour (optional)2 Tbsp unsweetened almond milk1\/2 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp cinnamon<\/p>\n

Banana Cream Filling:<\/strong>1\/2 cup fat free Greek yogurt1\/2 scoop banana protein\u202c\u202c\u202c\u202c1 Tbsp unprepared sugar free\/fat free white chocolate pudding mix (optional)<\/p>\n

Topping:<\/strong>1 Tbsp Sweet Spreads\u202c\u202c\u202c\u202c Chocolate Brownie Coconutter<\/p>\n

Directions:<\/strong>1.<\/strong> In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, banana protein, and pudding mix. Set aside in refrigerator.2.<\/strong> In a separate bowl, combine egg whites, vanilla protein, coconut flour, almond milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Beat until smooth (there may be small lumps from protein, but that’s okay).3.<\/strong> Heat a lightly greased skillet; pour approximately 3 tablespoons of batter into the center of the skillet. Lift and tilt the pan to evenly coat the bottom. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer.4.<\/strong> Spoon banana filling evenly into each crepe. Roll up the crepes and drizzle Coconutter over top. Tip: You can add fresh fruit inside or on top.<\/p>\n

Nutrition Per Serving<\/strong>Calories:<\/strong> 423Protein:<\/strong> 55.4gCarbohydrates:<\/strong> 18.2gFat:<\/strong> 12.6g<\/p>\n

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Healthy Lemon Bars<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ready in 25-30 minutes<\/span><\/strong><\/span>Makes 8 servings<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS:<\/strong>Crust<\/strong>1\/3 cup oat flour1\/2 scoop vanilla whey protein1\/4 cup sweetener2 Tbsp coconut oil1 tsp vanilla extract1 egg white<\/p>\n

Filling<\/strong>4 eggs1\/2 cup sweetener1\/3 cup oat flour1\/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice1 tsp lemon zest1 tsp vanilla<\/p>\n

Directions:<\/strong>1.<\/strong> Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.2. <\/strong>In a bowl, mix together all crust ingredients. Press mixture into the bottom of a small, lightly greased pan (we found that an 8×8″ cake pan works best).3. <\/strong>Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven or until firm and golden.4. <\/strong>While crust is baking, mix the filling ingredients in a medium size bowl.5. <\/strong>Pour the filling over the baked crust.6. <\/strong>Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes in the preheated oven until the mixture is set. The bars will firm up as they cool. After the pan has cooled, cut into bars and serve.<\/p>\n

Nutrition Per Serving<\/strong>Calories:<\/strong> 117Protein:<\/strong> 7 gCarbohydrates:<\/strong> 8 gFat:<\/strong> 6.5 g<\/p>\n

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Photo by <\/span>\u0410\u043d\u0430\u0441\u0442\u0430\u0441\u0438\u044f \u041a\u043e\u0440\u043e\u0432\u0438\u043d\u0430<\/a> – stock.adobe.com<\/span><\/p>\n

Zucchini Brownies<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Ready in 30 minutesMakes 12 servings<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

INGREDIENTS:<\/strong>1 1\/2 cups grated zucchini1\/2 cup almond butter1\/4 cup coconut oil2 egg whites1 scoop Chocolate Casein1\/4 cup cocoa powder1\/4 cup coconut flour2 tsp vanilla extract1 tsp baking soda1 tsp cinnamon1\/2 tsp saltNatural sweetener to tasteDark chocolate chips to taste<\/p>\n

Directions:<\/strong>1. <\/strong>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.2. <\/strong>Mix all ingredients together (if you don\u2019t have a food processor, a blender works; add the chocolate chips once all other ingredients have been blended until smooth)3. <\/strong>Pour mixture into a 9×9 greased baking dish.4. <\/strong>Bake for 25 minutes (or push a toothpick into the center of the brownies \u2013 if it comes out clean, they\u2019re done!)5. <\/strong>Allow the brownies to cool overnight in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n

Nutrition Per Serving<\/strong>Calories:<\/strong> 155Protein:<\/strong> 6.8gCarbohydrates:<\/strong> 6.9gFat:<\/strong> 11.8g<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

These unbelievably delicious desserts come straight from the recipe box of bodybuilding.com athlete Samantha Ann Leete, whose rock solid figure made us believers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":259,"featured_media":136969,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":"","tve_updated_post":"

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Recipes created by Samantha Ann Leete, bodybuilding.com athlete<\/strong>
<\/span><\/p>

Okay, so you have a sweet tooth. Who doesn\u2019t?<\/span><\/strong> As a woman committed to her training and nutrition, you don\u2019t want to blow your hard work in a few swift and sinful bites but there\u2019s no reason anyone should live without dessert. The solution? Snack like a fitness star.<\/p>

These unbelievably delicious desserts come straight from the recipe box of bodybuilding.com athlete Samantha Ann Leete, whose rock solid figure made us believers. The best part\u2014you don\u2019t have to choose between common sense and cravings. Each recipe delivers a sizeable amount of protein without sacrificing sweetness. Talk about compromise!<\/p><\/div>

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Photo by marysckin-stock.adobe.com<\/p><\/div>

Banana Cream Protein Crepes<\/strong><\/h3>

Ready in 10 Minutes
Makes 1 Serving<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

INGREDIENTS:
<\/strong>Crepes:<\/strong>
3 egg whites
1\/2 scoop Vanilla Whey Protein
1 Tbsp coconut flour (optional)
2 Tbsp unsweetened almond milk
1\/2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp cinnamon<\/p>

Banana Cream Filling:<\/strong>
1\/2 cup fat free Greek yogurt
1\/2 scoop banana protein\u202c\u202c\u202c\u202c
1 Tbsp unprepared sugar free\/fat free white chocolate pudding mix (optional)<\/p>

Topping:<\/strong>
1 Tbsp Sweet Spreads\u202c\u202c\u202c\u202c Chocolate Brownie Coconutter<\/p>

Directions:
<\/strong>1.<\/strong> In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, banana protein, and pudding mix. Set aside in refrigerator.
2.<\/strong> In a separate bowl, combine egg whites, vanilla protein, coconut flour, almond milk, vanilla and cinnamon. Beat until smooth (there may be small lumps from protein, but that's okay).
3.<\/strong> Heat a lightly greased skillet; pour approximately 3 tablespoons of batter into the center of the skillet. Lift and tilt the pan to evenly coat the bottom. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the top appears dry; turn and cook 15-20 seconds longer.
4.<\/strong> Spoon banana filling evenly into each crepe. Roll up the crepes and drizzle Coconutter over top. Tip: You can add fresh fruit inside or on top.<\/p>

Nutrition Per Serving<\/strong>
Calories:<\/strong> 423
Protein:<\/strong> 55.4g
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 18.2g
Fat:<\/strong> 12.6g<\/p><\/div>

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Healthy Lemon Bars<\/strong><\/h3>

Ready in 25-30 minutes<\/span><\/strong>
<\/span>Makes 8 servings<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

INGREDIENTS:
<\/strong>Crust<\/strong>
1\/3 cup oat flour
1\/2 scoop vanilla whey protein
1\/4 cup sweetener
2 Tbsp coconut oil
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 egg white<\/p>

Filling<\/strong>
4 eggs
1\/2 cup sweetener
1\/3 cup oat flour
1\/2 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
1 tsp lemon zest
1 tsp vanilla<\/p>

Directions:<\/strong>
1.<\/strong> Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.
2. <\/strong>In a bowl, mix together all crust ingredients. Press mixture into the bottom of a small, lightly greased pan (we found that an 8x8\" cake pan works best).
3. <\/strong>Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven or until firm and golden.
4. <\/strong>While crust is baking, mix the filling ingredients in a medium size bowl.
5. <\/strong>Pour the filling over the baked crust.
6. <\/strong>Bake for an additional 15-20 minutes in the preheated oven until the mixture is set. The bars will firm up as they cool. After the pan has cooled, cut into bars and serve.<\/p>

Nutrition Per Serving<\/strong>
Calories:<\/strong> 117
Protein:<\/strong> 7 g
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 8 g
Fat:<\/strong> 6.5 g<\/p><\/div>

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Photo by <\/span>\u0410\u043d\u0430\u0441\u0442\u0430\u0441\u0438\u044f \u041a\u043e\u0440\u043e\u0432\u0438\u043d\u0430<\/a> - stock.adobe.com<\/span><\/p><\/div>

Zucchini Brownies<\/strong><\/h3>

Ready in 30 minutes
Makes 12 servings<\/span><\/strong><\/p>

INGREDIENTS:<\/strong>
1 1\/2 cups grated zucchini
1\/2 cup almond butter
1\/4 cup coconut oil
2 egg whites
1 scoop Chocolate Casein
1\/4 cup cocoa powder
1\/4 cup coconut flour
2 tsp vanilla extract
1 tsp baking soda
1 tsp cinnamon
1\/2 tsp salt
Natural sweetener to taste
Dark chocolate chips to taste<\/p>

Directions:
<\/strong>1. <\/strong>Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F.
2. <\/strong>Mix all ingredients together (if you don\u2019t have a food processor, a blender works; add the chocolate chips once all other ingredients have been blended until smooth)
3. <\/strong>Pour mixture into a 9x9 greased baking dish.
4. <\/strong>Bake for 25 minutes (or push a toothpick into the center of the brownies \u2013 if it comes out clean, they\u2019re done!)
5. <\/strong>Allow the brownies to cool overnight in the refrigerator.<\/p>

Nutrition Per Serving<\/strong>
Calories:<\/strong> 155
Protein:<\/strong> 6.8g
Carbohydrates:<\/strong> 6.9g
Fat:<\/strong> 11.8g<\/p><\/div>","tve_custom_css":"@media (min-width: 300px){[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52823727\"] { font-size: 13px !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52825ac1\"] { --tcb-applied-color: rgb(199,13,23) !important; color: rgb(199, 13, 23) !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52832340\"] { width: 800px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52832340\"] .tve_image_frame { height: 423.555px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52834a38\"] { margin-top: -4.656px; margin-left: 0px; width: 100% !important; max-width: none !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5284d44f\"] { font-size: 13px !important; }:not(#tve) [data-css=\"tve-u-19c5284e965\"] { line-height: 1.3em !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52885b6c\"] { width: 735px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52885b6c\"] .tve_image_frame { height: 372.356px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5288827c\"] { margin-top: -23px; margin-left: 0px; width: 100% !important; max-width: none !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52892315\"] { font-size: 13px !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52892316\"] { font-size: 13px !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c52892317\"] { font-size: 13px !important; }:not(#tve) [data-css=\"tve-u-19c52892b9e\"] { line-height: 1.3em !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c528b9151\"] { font-size: 13px !important; }:not(#tve) [data-css=\"tve-u-19c528b997b\"] { line-height: 1.3em !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5290d443\"] { width: 900px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5290d443\"] .tve_image_frame { height: 426.88px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5290ec04\"] { margin-top: -9.359px; margin-left: 0px; width: 100% !important; max-width: none !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5292d93c\"] { width: 900px; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5292e440\"] { margin-top: -38px; margin-left: 0px; width: 100% !important; max-width: none !important; }[data-css=\"tve-u-19c5292d93c\"] .tve_image_frame { height: 417.6px; }}","tve_user_custom_css":"","tve_globals":{"e":"1","font_cls":[]},"tcb2_ready":1,"tcb_editor_enabled":1,"tve_landing_page":"","_tve_header":"","_tve_footer":""},"categories":[1097,2259],"tags":[1818,2163,2161,1137,2166,1311,2164,2162,1131,1513,2165,2160,2879],"class_list":["post-40513","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-nutrition","category-recipes","tag-bodybuilding-com","tag-cravings","tag-delicious","tag-dessert","tag-jamie-eason-vanilla-whey-protein","tag-nutrition-2","tag-protein-crepes","tag-samantha-ann-leete","tag-snack","tag-strong-fitness-mag","tag-sweet-spreads","tag-sweet-tooth","tag-training"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t