Eloise Moon Craving a warm, gooey, pull-apart bread that melts in your mouth—without the sugar crash? 🍞✨ This High Protein, No Sugar Monkey Bread gives you the comfort of the classic dessert with a healthy, macro-friendly twist. Made with almond flour, protein powder, and natural sweeteners, it’s a smart indulgence that fuels your body while satisfying your sweet tooth.
Whether you’re looking for a post-workout snack, a cozy weekend breakfast, or a guilt-free dessert, this recipe is your new go-to.
What Is Monkey Bread?
Traditional monkey bread is a sweet, pull-apart pastry usually made with biscuit dough, butter, sugar, and cinnamon. While delicious, it’s often loaded with refined sugar and carbs.
This healthier, no-sugar version keeps the fluffy, sticky, cinnamon-spiced goodness but swaps out the sugar for natural sweeteners and adds protein for a more balanced treat.
Ingredients for High Protein, No Sugar Monkey Bread
This recipe makes 1 small bundt cake or 8 muffin-sized portions.
For the dough:
- 1½ cups almond flour
- ½ cup vanilla protein powder (whey or plant-based)
- 2 tbsp coconut flour
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt
- 3 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- 2 tbsp Greek yogurt
- 1 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the cinnamon coating:
- 2 tbsp melted coconut oil or butter
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 2–3 tbsp erythritol, monk fruit, or your preferred sweetener
Optional glaze (extra protein boost):
- 2 tbsp powdered sweetener
- 1–2 tbsp protein powder
- 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups & spoons
- Small bundt pan or muffin tin
- Spatula
- Brush or spoon for glaze
- Wire rack for cooling
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your pan with coconut oil or nonstick spray.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk almond flour, protein powder, coconut flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, combine almond milk, Greek yogurt, melted oil/butter, and vanilla extract.
- Combine: Stir wet into dry until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- Shape dough balls: Roll into 20–25 small 1-inch balls.
- Coat: Mix cinnamon, sweetener, and melted coconut oil. Roll each dough ball in the coating.
- Bake: Arrange coated balls in pan. Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
- Optional glaze: Mix glaze ingredients until smooth. Drizzle over bread.
- Serve warm and enjoy the gooey, protein-packed goodness!
Tips for Fluffy Texture, Sweetness & Protein Boost
✅ Use finely ground almond flour for softness.
✅ Don’t overmix the dough—just combine.
✅ Adjust sweetness to taste with your chosen sweetener.
✅ Use high-quality protein powder to avoid chalky texture.
✅ Add Greek yogurt or applesauce if dough feels too dry.
✅ For a richer taste, choose butter over coconut oil.
Variations: Low Carb, Vegan, and Chocolate Protein Swaps
- Low Carb – Use erythritol/monk fruit only, skip glaze.
- Chocolate Version – Swap vanilla protein for chocolate; add cocoa to coating.
- Vegan – Use plant-based yogurt & protein, dairy-free milk.
- Pumpkin Spice – Add 1 tbsp pumpkin puree & spice blend.
- Nut-Free – Swap almond flour with oat flour (texture changes).
Why This Recipe Fits into High Protein, Low Carb Diets
- ✅ High Protein from whey or plant-based powders
- ✅ Low Carb thanks to almond & coconut flour
- ✅ Sugar-Free with natural sweeteners
- ✅ Rich in Healthy Fats & Fiber for satiety
Perfect for fitness enthusiasts, low-carb followers, or anyone wanting a healthier dessert.
Serving Ideas: Breakfast, Post-Workout Snack, or Dessert
- Morning treat with coffee or tea ☕
- Post-workout snack to refuel muscles 💪
- Guilt-free dessert after dinner 🍨
- Add nuts, seeds, or dried fruit for crunch
- Top with Greek yogurt or protein glaze for extra richness
Storage and Meal Prep Tips for Monkey Bread
- Store in airtight container at room temp (2 days) or fridge (5 days).
- Reheat in microwave (10–15 sec) or oven (300°F, 5–7 min).
- Freeze up to 1 month; thaw overnight in fridge before reheating.
- Great for meal prep—make a double batch for the week!
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – based on 8 servings)
- Calories: 150
- Protein: 12g
- Fat: 9g
- Carbs: 6g
- Sugar: 0g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
High Protein, No Sugar Monkey Bread FAQs
Q: Can I use a different flour?
Yes—oat flour works for nut-free, but almond flour gives the best texture.
Q: What’s the best protein powder?
Choose clean-tasting whey or plant-based vanilla. Avoid chalky, artificial ones.
Q: Is it keto-friendly?
Yes, if you use zero-carb sweeteners.
Q: Can I bake this in a loaf pan?
Yes, adjust dough size & baking time.
Q: Is this kid-friendly?
Absolutely! It’s soft, sugar-free, and nutrient-dense.
Final Thoughts
This High Protein, No Sugar Monkey Bread proves that comfort food can be healthy, indulgent, and macro-friendly all at once. Soft, gooey, and perfectly spiced—it’s the guilt-free treat you’ll bake on repeat.
