Looking for a sweet high-protein dessert that won’t sabotage your gains? Meet your new obsession: Rice Cake Tiramisu – the gym-girl-approved, macro-friendly version of the classic Italian dessert.
No baking, no complicated prep, and no guilt. Just creamy, coffee-flavored layers stacked on crunchy rice cakes with a protein punch to satisfy your sweet tooth and your macros.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
Whether you're smashing leg day, chasing glute gains, or looking for a healthy post-dinner treat, this high protein rice cake tiramisu is the ultimate fitspo snack.
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✅ No baking required
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✅ Super macro-friendly
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✅ Takes 5 minutes to prep
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✅ Packed with 25g+ of protein
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✅ Satisfies cravings without wrecking your calorie budget
Perfect for meal preppers, gym-goers, busy mums, and anyone who wants to stay on track while still enjoying dessert.
Ingredients (Serves 1)
You probably have these in your pantry already 👇
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2-3 plain rice cakes (or chocolate for extra indulgence)
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1 scoop vanilla or coffee protein powder
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt (or protein yogurt)
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1/4 tsp vanilla extract
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2-3 tbsp brewed coffee (cooled)
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1 tsp cocoa powder
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Optional: sweetener to taste (stevia, honey, monk fruit)
🔥 Pro tip: Add a splash of sugar-free maple syrup or top with dark choc chips if you’re feeling fancy.
How to Make It
Step 1: Make the cream filling
In a small bowl, mix the protein powder, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and sweetener if using. You’re aiming for a thick, creamy consistency – like whipped cream but way more anabolic.
Step 2: Soak the rice cakes
Lightly dip each rice cake in brewed coffee (don’t drench them – a quick dip does the trick). You're going for “espresso-kissed,” not soggy mess.
Step 3: Layer it up
Start with a coffee-dipped rice cake, then add a thick layer of the protein cream. Repeat with another rice cake and more cream. You can stack two or three layers depending on your hunger (or your macros 😉).
Step 4: Finish strong
Dust the top with cocoa powder. Chill in the fridge for 10 minutes if you’ve got time – or just dig in straight away. You’ve earned it.
Macros (Approx. for 1 serve)
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Calories: ~250–300
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Protein: 25–30g
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Carbs: 20–25g
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Fats: 5–8g
Want more protein? Add another scoop to the cream or pair it with a protein shake post-workout.
Customise It Your Way
One of the best parts about this healthy tiramisu recipe is how easy it is to tweak for your vibe:
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Add crunch: Sprinkle with crushed almonds or cacao nibs
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Go tropical: Swap coffee for coconut water and use a coconut yogurt base
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Choc overload: Use chocolate rice cakes, chocolate protein, and drizzle with melted dark chocolate
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Vegan version: Use plant-based yogurt and vegan protein powder
This is your treat, your rules.
When to Eat It
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Post-workout recovery snack 💪
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Afternoon slump buster 🧠
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Healthy dessert after dinner 🍫
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Meal prep snack – make 3–4 and store in the fridge for 2-3 days
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Why This Dessert Slaps (Scientifically Speaking)
Protein supports muscle recovery and satiety.
Coffee adds a metabolic kick.
Greek yogurt brings calcium and probiotics.
Rice cakes give you volume without blowing out your carbs.
And mentally? A dessert like this helps you stick to your plan long term, because you don’t feel deprived. It’s fitness, but it’s lifestyle too.