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Easy High Protein Recipes for Everyday Life

Simple, filling dinners, breakfasts, salads and desserts made with ingredients you already know. Cooked and written by Lauren for busy weeknights.

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A protein-packed spread for the big day, from a turkey main to pumpkin treats.

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Turkey stuffed sweet potatoes for a high protein Thanksgiving dinner55 min~37 g proteinEasy Turkey Stuffed Sweet PotatoesCreamy cottage cheese mashed potatoes, a high protein Thanksgiving side30 min~8 g proteinCreamy Cottage Cheese Mashed PotatoesHigh protein pumpkin bread with granola for Thanksgiving55 min~15 g proteinHigh Protein Pumpkin Bread with GranolaPumpkin chocolate chip protein muffins for Thanksgiving morning35 min~7 g proteinPumpkin Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins
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Christmas Recipes

Festive treats and party bites that still bring the protein.

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Peppermint protein brownies for Christmas22 min~18 g proteinDelish Peppermint Protein BrowniesCranberry pecan cheese ball for a Christmas party1 hr 15 min~8 g proteinEasy Classic Cheese BallSalted caramel cheesecake for Christmas dessert1 hr 45 min~7 g proteinSalted Caramel Cheesecake DelightCreamy collagen hot chocolate for cozy Christmas mornings6 min~14 g proteinCreamy Paleo Collagen Hot Chocolate
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Lauren, founder of The Cookly
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I’m a home cook and mom of two sharing high protein recipes that taste amazing, fit real life and actually keep you full. No fancy ingredients, no complicated steps, just good food your family will ask for again.

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