The best part about Christmas is the food, right?
These healthy Christmas recipes are the best way to get your festive spirit on. After the year we’ve had, it’s only right that we fully embrace all the joy that comes with the season of giving (and eating).
We’ve put together a list of all our favorite Christmas bakes and bites for you to get your teeth into — and even if you’re sticking to a strict training regime, you’ll find a delicious way to support your hard work out of this bunch.
1. Gingerbread Protein Pancakes
Give your morning stack a festive makeover with this incredible pancake recipe. The best part? All you need is 4 simple ingredients to get your day off to the best start.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 471 | 39g | 51g | 14g
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Recipe here.
2. Niall’s Easy Christmas Mince Pies
These are a classic that you just can’t do Christmas without, right? Making your own mince pies is a one-way ticket to feeling festive — and it will make your house smell incredible.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 136 | 1.3g | 22g | 4.6g
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Recipe here.
3. Protein Chocolate Yule Log
You need this dessert in your life, trust us. Our protein-packed yule log is the perfect after-dinner treat and a low-sugar alternative to traditional recipes.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 182 | 12g | 14g | 9g
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Recipe here.
4. White Chocolate Protein Snowballs
These little bites of Christmas joy are the ideal post-training treat to keep you topped up on protein during the festive season.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 86 | 8g | 4g | 4g
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Recipe here.
5. Healthy Sausage Rolls
No one can resist a warm sausage roll – and with this healthy version you can tuck in without a second’s thought.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 86 | 8g | 4g | 4g
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Recipe here.
6. Good-For-You Christmas Tiramisu
This no-bake treat is a great crowd-pleaser to whip up during the holidays! Our simple recipe is low-sugar and sprinkled with plenty of Protein Chocolate.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 179 | 8g | 20g | 10g
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Recipe here.
7. Chocolate Christmas Protein Balls
Need a sweet treat to keep your fingers out the selection box? We got you with these Christmassy protein balls.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 179 | 8g | 20g | 10g
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Recipe here.
8. Christmas Turkey & Cranberry Burger
Hands up if you can’t wait until the big day to get your turkey and cranberry fix. Luckily Niall Kirkland’s got us sorted with this delicious Christmas burger recipe.
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- Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat
- 179 | 8g | 20g | 10g
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Recipe here.
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Lauren is a recipe writer and English Literature graduate who firmly believes in a balanced approach to fitness. She has always been a keen swimmer and, in recent years, has discovered the benefits of weight training and hot yoga. When she's not in the gym, you'll find her cooking up new recipes or enjoying brunch with her friends, having moved on from her student days of living on pasta.
