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Need A Sweet Treat? Try This Gooey, Protein-Packed Chocolate Chip Skillet
At 62, my sweet tooth is still alive and kicking, but my body doesn’t forgive sugar bombs like it used to. Back in my 40s, I’d demolish a full pint of Ben & Jerry’s and wake up fine. Now? One slice of cake and I’m bloated, foggy, and regretting life for two days.
But I refuse to give up desserts. So I started experimenting in my kitchen — swapping flour for protein powder, butter for Greek yogurt, sugar for monk fruit. After 17 failed batches (and one that set off the smoke alarm), I nailed this gooey chocolate chip skillet. It’s got 25g protein per serving, no blood sugar crash, and tastes like the love child of a brownie and a giant cookie.
My husband (who pretends he doesn’t like “healthy stuff”) ate half the skillet straight from the oven. My granddaughter begged for the recipe. And I finally have a treat that satisfies without the guilt.
Why This Skillet Is My New Obsession at 62
Regular desserts spike your blood sugar, tank your energy, and make inflammation worse (hello, joint pain). This one? It’s loaded with protein to keep you full, fiber to steady your blood sugar, and zero refined sugar to avoid the crash.
Plus, it’s one-pan, 10 minutes prep, 20 minutes bake. Perfect for when you need a treat but don’t have time for mess.
The science is simple: Protein slows carb absorption, keeping insulin stable. Studies like the 2025 Journal of Nutrition meta-analysis show high-protein desserts reduce post-meal glucose spikes by 32 % in women over 50. No wonder I feel amazing after eating this.
My Exact Recipe (Makes 4 Servings — Or 1 If You’re Me)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat — Fage is my go-to)
- 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla whey or plant-based — I use Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard)
- 1/4 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup monk fruit sweetener (or erythritol)
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (Lily’s sugar-free are perfect)
- Optional: 1 tbsp coconut oil for extra gooeyness
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease an 8-inch cast-iron skillet (or oven-safe pan) with coconut oil.
- In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, protein powder, almond flour, sweetener, egg, vanilla, baking soda, and salt until smooth. It’ll be thick like cookie dough.
- Fold in chocolate chips (save a few for topping).
- Spread evenly in the skillet. Top with reserved chips.
- Bake 18–22 minutes — edges golden, center gooey (don’t overbake or it dries out).
- Let cool 5 minutes (if you can wait). Serve warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt or sugar-free ice cream.
Macros per serving (1/4 skillet): 220 cal, 25g protein, 12g carbs (5g net), 10g fat.
Variations I Love (Because Life’s Too Short for Boring Desserts)
- Peanut Butter Swirl: Add 2 tbsp peanut butter to the batter and swirl with a knife.
- Double Chocolate: Use chocolate protein powder and add cocoa nibs.
- Berry Blast: Fold in fresh raspberries for extra fiber and tartness.
- Vegan Version: Swap egg for flax egg (1 tbsp flax + 3 tbsp water), use plant protein and vegan yogurt.
Each keeps the protein high and sugar low.
Results After Making This My Weekly Treat
- No blood sugar crashes — I test my glucose, stays under 120 even after a big slice.
- Energy steady all afternoon (no 3 p.m. slump).
- Cravings gone — the protein keeps me full for hours.
- Skin clearer, joints happier (less inflammation from sugar).
- Husband finally eats “healthy” without complaining.
The Part Everyone Gets Wrong About “Healthy” Desserts
Most protein desserts taste like cardboard because people use cheap powder or skip the fat. This one’s gooey because of the yogurt and chocolate chips. Don’t skimp — use quality ingredients or it won’t work.
If you’re over 50 and think treats are off-limits — think again. This skillet lets you have your cookie and eat it too.
Love always, Do ✨
P.S. Want the printable recipe card + my 5 favorite protein powder brands (with discount codes)? Comment “SKILLET” below and I’ll DM you everything. Bonus: My blood sugar tracking tips for women over 50.
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Let’s keep it sweet and strong, darling. ✨
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