This gingerbread latte protein dip is the holiday snack I didn’t know I needed until I threw it together one afternoon and immediately made a second serving for later that day 😂. Two minutes, one bowl. 17 grams of protein and it really tastes like someone turned a gingerbread latte into something you can eat with a spoon.
I love all things gingerbread during the holiday season. The candles, the drinks, the whole vibe. But most of the coffee shop gingerbread lattes are running 400+ calories and 50 grams of sugar. I wanted that same warm, spiced, cozy flavor in something that would work with my nutrition goals instead of against them.
That’s where this dip came from. The base is Ratio vanilla yogurt, which has significantly more protein than standard Greek yogurt and gives the whole thing a thick, creamy texture that doesn’t need anything extra. A scoop of vanilla whey protein blends right in, and then the magic happens with the spice combination — cinnamon, ginger, and instant coffee granules. The coffee doesn’t make it taste like coffee… it deepens everything. Sugar free maple syrup brings the sweetness, and a handful of Lily’s milk chocolate chips on top finishes it off.
The whole thing mixes up in a bowl in about two minutes. You won’t need a blender and definitely don’t need to preheat the oven for this one. You can serve it with pretzels, graham crackers, gingerbread cookies, apple slices — or just eat it straight with a spoon, which is what I usually end up doing 😆. My boys will wipe it out with whatever crackers are in the pantry. Don’t overthink it!
At 116 calories and 17 grams of protein per serving, this gingerbread latte protein dip is the kind of snack that lets you enjoy the holidays without watching your macros unravel. Make it once and I think you’ll keep the ingredients stocked all season.
Gingerbread Latte Protein Dip
17g protein per serving
2 minutes to make
7 ingredients
Makes 2 servings
Directions
- Add yogurt, protein powder, cinnamon, instant coffee, ginger, and maple syrup to a bowl.
- Mix everything together until smooth and well combined.
- Top with chocolate chips.
- Serve with pretzels, graham crackers, gingerbread cookies, fruit, or apple slices. Or eat it straight with a spoon.
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Nutrition Info
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RJF Gingerbread Latte
Protein Dip
Per Serving:
116 calories
17g protein | 8g carbs |
2g fat
I’m a mom of three who fell in love with nutrition and strength training after having kids. Now I create simple, high-protein recipes and healthy living ideas that help busy moms fuel their families well and make nourishing food a normal part of everyday life.