Peanut Butter Protein Dip
Indulge in this easy, 5-ingredient Peanut Butter Protein Dip made with creamy peanut butter, powdered peanut butter, protein powder, vanilla extract, and almond milk. Perfect with apple slices, graham crackers, and other healthy dippers! Greek yogurt version without protein powder included. *This post is sponsored by Autumn Glory Apples. All opinions are my own.*
When life hands you Autumn Glory apples, make this delicious Peanut Butter Protein Dip! After biting into one of those crisp, juicy apples with a flavor profile reminiscent of caramel apples, I knew they’d make the perfect vessel for this rich, creamy peanut butter dip.
At 17g of protein, 9g of fat, 7g of carb, and only 185 calories per serving, this recipe is a must-make for health-conscious snackers. Paired with an Autumn Glory apple, you get an extra 7g of fiber, making it a well-rounded mini-meal that keeps hunger at bay!
Beyond apples, this dip is delicious with pineapple chunks, graham crackers, and even celery sticks for a quick, guilt-free sweet treat! You can portion it into small containers for easy, grab-and-go snacks paired with all your favorite dippers throughout the week! Ready to make this tasty dip? Let’s get started!
Recipe features
- Nutritious snack. With a balance of healthy fats, protein, and carbs, this dip makes a nutrient-dense snack or crowd-pleasing party app!
- Quick and easy. This recipe comes together in just a few minutes with minimal ingredients and simple steps. You can even portion it out for quick snacks throughout the week.
- Kid-friendly. This dip is a great way to get kids excited about eating fruit and can be a fun addition to their lunch boxes or after-school snacks.
Ingredients you’ll need
- Protein powder. I used Quest Nutrition’s peanut butter-flavored protein powder. Any other brand of peanut butter-flavored protein powder should work, but note that the consistency of your dip may vary (see ‘Tips and FAQ’). You can also experiment with vanilla-flavored protein powder, but I’ve found that peanut butter-flavored powder is the tastiest!
- Peanut butter powder. I love using PBfit. It adds intense peanut flavor without regular peanut butter’s extra fat and calories. It also helps make the dip smooth and creamy.
- Creamy peanut butter. A must for richness and creaminess. I recommend using natural peanut butter to avoid any additives or refined sugar.
- Vanilla extract. It adds a subtle sweetness. Almond extract also works here for a different flavor profile.
- Milk. Unsweetened almond milk is my go-to for adjusting the dip’s consistency, but you can also use regular milk, oat milk, or any plant-based milk you prefer.
How to make peanut butter dip with protein powder
Step 1: Combine base ingredients. Add the protein powder, peanut butter powder, peanut butter, and vanilla extract to a medium bowl. Stir the ingredients until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 2: Adjust consistency and serve. Slowly add almond milk, one tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired consistency. Keep stirring until everything is well incorporated.
Step 3: Serve. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Pair it with crisp apple slices for a perfect balance of sweet and savory –and enjoy!
Recipe tips and FAQs
- Greek yogurt version. If you want a protein-packed peanut butter fruit dip without using protein powder, try this version with just 3 simple ingredients: 5.3 oz vanilla Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp peanut butter powder, and 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter. Stir until smooth and creamy, adding a drizzle of honey or Torani sugar-free caramel sauce for extra sweetness if desired. Adjust consistency with a bit of milk if needed.
- Gradually add milk. It’s best to start with just a couple of tablespoons of almond milk and then gradually add more as needed. This prevents the dip from becoming too runny. The process is the same if using regular or other plant-based milk. Start slow and adjust to your preferred consistency.
Variations
- Make it sweeter – Adjust the sweetness to your taste by adding honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or even Torani sugar-free caramel sauce!
- Fresh pairings – Serve the dip with apple slices, pear slices, banana chunks, pineapple chunks, strawberries, or celery sticks for a delightful combination of flavors.
- More dippers – Beyond fruit and veggies, this dip is also fantastic with pretzels, mini rice cakes, animal crackers, marshmallows, and my personal favorite: Simple Mills graham crackers!
- Optional toppings – Consider sprinkling a bit of cinnamon, a few crushed peanuts, dark chocolate shavings, or shredded coconut on top. Perfect for parties or snack times!
Yes, you can use different types of protein powder, but the consistency may vary. Quest protein powder, which contains a blend of whey protein isolate, micellar casein, and milk protein isolate, makes the dip thicker. If using a whey isolate-only protein powder, start with less milk and add more gradually until you reach your desired consistency. Vanilla or chocolate protein powders are also options, though they may alter the flavor.
To make this dip vegan, use a plant-based protein powder and ensure all other ingredients, including the milk and sweeteners, are vegan-friendly. If you’re making the yogurt version, you can swap the Greek yogurt for a plant-based yogurt.
Storing and freezing
Storing: Store any leftover peanut butter protein dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Give it a quick stir to refresh the creaminess before serving again.
Freezing: While you can freeze this dip, it can become grainy or separate upon defrosting. If you decide to freeze it, freeze it in an airtight container for up to 1 month and stir well after thawing to try to bring back the creamy consistency.
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Peanut Butter Protein Dip
Ingredients
- 31 g Quest Nutrition peanut butter flavored protein powder
- 2 tbsp peanut butter powder such as PBFit
- 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract
- 3-5 tbsp unsweetened almond milk can also use regular milk- start with a small amount and adjust to desired consistency
Instructions
- Stir all ingredients together until smooth and creamy, adding the almond slowly until your desired consistency is achieved.
- Serve with apple slices for dipping
Notes
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- Greek yogurt version. If you want a protein-packed peanut butter fruit dip without using protein powder, try this version with just 3 simple ingredients: 5.3 oz vanilla Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp peanut butter powder, and 1 tbsp creamy peanut butter. Stir until smooth and creamy, adding a drizzle of honey or Torani sugar-free caramel sauce for extra sweetness if desired. Adjust consistency with a bit of milk if needed.
- Gradually add milk. It’s best to start with just a couple of tablespoons of almond milk and then gradually add more as needed. This prevents the dip from becoming too runny. The process is the same if using regular or other plant-based milk. Start slow and adjust to your preferred consistency. The consistency varies when made with different brands of protein powder. Quest protein powder contains a blend of whey protein isolate, micellar casein, and milk protein isolate. The casein in Quest protein powder makes it thick, so you’ll need to closer to 5 tbsp with the Quest protein powder. Whey isolate will be much thinner in consistency, so less milk is needed.
- Torani sugar-free caramel sauce is a great addition drizzled on top!
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Autumn Glory apple, I need to find those ASAP and dip in PB immediately!
They have them at Sams Club and maybe Walmart Jennifer! So good!!
if i don’t have protein powder can that be replaced with more pb powder?
Hi Gabby! The peanut butter protein powder is sweetened, so you don’t need to add additional sweetener to the recipe. You can try adding a sugar alternative sweetener along with another tbsp of pb powder. Without recipe testing this, I can’t guarantee the same results. Let me know if you try it and how it turns out!
Omg yummmmmmmmm
What is the serving size?
Hi Julie! The dip is divided into 2 servings.