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happy food makes happy people

Welcome to Joy to the Food - where we are on a mission to show you how to eat more protein to fuel more fun.

recipes made to fuel fall fun

We are the type of people who like to do stuff, whether it's climbing mountains, long-distance running, or attempting to surf. Here are our readers' favorite high-protein fall recipes to keep you fueled!

  • A square piece of baked oatmeal topped with diced apples, syrup, and a dollop of whipped cream sits on a small plate, with an apple and utensils visible in the background.
    Easy Apple Pie Protein Baked Oats
  • A tall glass filled with a creamy pumpkin smoothie, topped with whipped cream, sprinkled cinnamon, and a cinnamon stick. Small pumpkins and a mini whisk are nearby on a plate.
    pumpkin spice latte protein shake
  • A picture of boursin spaghetti squash.
    creamy boursin spaghetti squash with chicken
  • A sheet pan harvest bowl.
    sheet pan harvest bowl

30g's for breakfast

It can be hard to get protein early in the day. Here are some easy ways to slip in more protein (we aim for 30 grams, hence the 30g's) for breakfast. And you can find a whole list of 23 high-protein breakfasts that aren't eggs.

  • high protein breakfast burrito wrapped in foil and cut open.
    High Protein Chipotle Breakfast Burritos
  • A stack of fluffy protein pancakes topped with whipped cream, raspberries, and blueberries, drizzled with syrup. A fork with a bite-sized piece rests on the plate beside these delicious pancakes.
    Protein Pancakes Without Protein Powder
  • An egg bake in a white casserole dish with bacon and chives on top.
    Cottage Cheese Egg Bake (High Protein Breakfast!)
  • A white plate with breakfast meatballs, blueberries, grapes, and honeydew melon.
    chicken pork breakfast meatballs

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looking for high protein recipes without protein powder?

We get it: powder supplements can be expensive, do not meet dietary restrictions, and more. To make your life a bit easier, we've put together a variety of tasty recipes that don't require any powders but are still high in protein!

  • Three no-bake protein cookies stacked on a white plate, sprinkled with shredded coconut and surrounded by oats and chocolate chips, on a pink surface.
    no-bake protein cookies (without protein powder)
  • Protein breakfast quesadilla cut into 4 pieces with one bite taken out.
    High Protein Breakfast Quesadilla
  • A stack of protein pancakes with greek yogurt on top and nut butter syrup on a purple background.
    Easy Cottage Cheese Kodiak Pancakes - 34g of protein!
  • A white bowl with salmon and rice, cucumbers, cabbage, avocado, and ginger that's drizzled with sriracha sauce.
    Instant Pot Salmon and Rice (High-Protein)

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High protein desserts

Have your cake and eat it too! These high-protein desserts (all over 5g per serving) are delicious and nutritious! And no, they don't all use protein powder!

  • A hand holding a Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bar with a bite taken out, surrounded by more bars and chocolate pieces on a white surface.
    Chocolate Peanut Butter Rice Krispie Bars
  • Pumpkin cheesecake bites on a plate.
    pumpkin protein cheesecake bites (without cream cheese)
  • A small glass jar of chocolate mousse topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings sits on a pink surface, surrounded by strawberries, chocolate pieces, and a gold spoon.
    Protein Chocolate Mousse (15g Protein Without Powder)
  • A hand with green painted nails holds a stack of ooey-gooey chocolate chip cookies broken in half, revealing their melty chocolate chips and soft, chewy center. Warm sunlight shines on the cookies and wooden floor below.
    easy protein chocolate chip cookies

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Not sure where to start? Head over to our post all about how to eat more protein along with basic protein information.

protein 101 👉

latest and greatest

With new recipes and resources every week, be sure to check here for the newest excitement!

  • Two thick, chewy blondie bars stacked on a white plate, topped with a scoop of melting vanilla ice cream. A yellow baking dish is visible in the background.
    chocolate brownies with pumpkin (high protein)
  • A glass of creamy apple milkshake topped with whipped cream and sprinkled with cinnamon sits on a small wooden board. Apple pieces and a whole apple are in the background.
    apple milkshake (high protein without protein powder)
  • Two hands hold a halved buffalo lettuce wrap filled with rice, chicken, eggs, and onions. The fresh ingredients and texture layers are clearly visible inside the open wrap.
    buffalo chicken lettuce wrap
  • A close-up of a golden-brown Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Muffin with a sugared top sits on a wooden surface, with more muffins and whole lemons blurred in the background. Sunlight highlights the muffins texture.
    Lemon Poppy Seed Protein Muffins

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joyful resources

The kitchen doesn't have to be stressful! Check out our resource posts to keep the kitchen filled with joy and fun!

  • Peanut butter truffle on a plate with a bite taken out.
    29 high-protein dessert recipes
  • A hand with yellow nail polish holds a glass of chocolate milkshake topped with chocolate shavings, surrounded by fresh cherries, chocolate chips, and a chocolate bar on a plate. Pink background.
    9 unique protein shakes without protein powder
  • A green goddess salad with chickpeas, feta, quinoa, and green veggies in a wooden bowl.
    17 high protein vegetarian meal ideas
  • A hand holding roasted chickpeas over a bowl filled with more chickpeas on a pink surface. A jar labeled Two Brothers and cinnamon sticks are also visible nearby.
    23 High-Protein Snack Recipes to Fuel Your Day

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Top Recipes

Explore our reader's favorite recipes!

  • White fish coated in breadcrumbs with chopped parsley on top.
    Parmesan Crusted Baked Walleye
  • A. bowl of protein bites.
    Protein Balls without Protein Powder (12g!)
  • protein brownie balls in a bowl.
    Ooey Gooey Brownie Batter Protein Balls (no bake and no blender required)
  • Air fryer walleye on a plate with green parsley on top.
    The Ultimate Crispy Air Fryer Walleye Recipe
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About Dan & Mika

We're a food-obsessed husband and wife duo. On our site, you'll learn how easy it is to add more protein into your diet with simple and approachable recipes and tips designed by your certified nutrition coach, Mika.

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hi! we're mika & dan

We're a food-obsessed husband and wife duo. With Mika as your nutrition coach, you'll learn how easy it is to add more protein into your diet with simple and approachable recipes and tips.

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go-to high-protein recipes

  • A stack of fluffy protein pancakes topped with whipped cream, raspberries, and blueberries, drizzled with syrup. A fork with a bite-sized piece rests on the plate beside these delicious pancakes.
    Protein Pancakes Without Protein Powder
  • An egg bake in a white casserole dish with bacon and chives on top.
    Cottage Cheese Egg Bake (High Protein Breakfast!)
  • A white bowl with salmon and rice, cucumbers, cabbage, avocado, and ginger that's drizzled with sriracha sauce.
    Instant Pot Salmon and Rice (High-Protein)
  • A green goddess salad with chickpeas, feta, quinoa, and green veggies in a wooden bowl.
    High Protein Green Goddess Salad
  • A pan filled with tuscan chicken, sauce, basil leaves, and sun dried tomatoes.
    High Protein Tuscan Chicken (Marry Me Chicken)
  • Two protein chocolate chip cookies on a plate.
    gluten-free protein chocolate chip cookies

fall favorites

  • A square piece of baked oatmeal topped with diced apples, syrup, and a dollop of whipped cream sits on a small plate, with an apple and utensils visible in the background.
    Easy Apple Pie Protein Baked Oats
  • A protein pumpkin muffin topped with pepitas and cream cheese sits on a light surface, surrounded by small orange and white pumpkins in the background.
    high-protein pumpkin muffins
  • A bowl of fall chicken salad surrounded by chips and apples.
    fall chicken salad recipe
  • A white bowl filled with brussels sprouts, chickpeas, and pecans with a protein greek yogurt sauce drizzled on top.
    High-Protein Baked Brussels Sprouts Salad

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