This week: vanilla protein pow(d)ered Creamis and chilled chocolate crunch truffles Hey Reader! As we roll into the dog days of summer, the third issue of BakedLean Weekly is here to help you keep things cool with: A Gooey Butter Cake Ninja Creami loaded with actual cake and pockets of cream cheese! The Frosted Flakes Cereal Milk Ninja Creami you all requested more than any other cereal flavor! How changing one ingredient can completely transform a batch of Chocolate Crunch Protein Truffles!...
27 days ago • 2 min read
This week: one cereal, three treats, and the secret to silky-smooth cottage cheese Hey Reader! In the second issue of BakedLean Weekly, we're going full childhood cereal nostalgia: Three ways to turn Fruity Pebbles into a high-protein loaf, cereal-milk ice cream, and gooey crispy treats! Why cottage cheese strangely made my double-chocolate protein cheesecake creamier than Greek yogurt! How to get cottage cheese perfectly smooth when your blender refuses to cooperate... And whether I should...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
This week: protein gummies, Fruity Pebbles cake pops, and the next flavor I should test. Hey Reader! Welcome to the inaugural issue of the BakedLean Weekly. Each week, I’ll share the recipes, experiments, challenges, and reader ideas helping all of us become more creative and comfortable baking with macros in mind. 1 Top Recipe 2 In the Kitchen 3 Your Turn Weekly Recipe Highlight Green Skittles-Flavored Protein Gummy Bars This might be a contentious claim, but green Skittles are the best...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi friends, I wasn’t planning on sharing these so quickly, but these Matcha Protein Cookies turned out way better than expected. They’re soft, thick, slightly cakey, and honestly remind me more of a bakery cookie than a typical protein cookie. The matcha and greens powder add an earthy flavor, while the vanilla and white chocolate keep them tasting like dessert. 👉 Get the Matcha Protein Cookie Recipe Let me know if you’re team matcha or if I need to stick to chocolate. — Jacob
2 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friends, Every once in a while I make a recipe that immediately goes into my regular rotation, and this Protein Cookie Skillet is one of them. I wanted something that felt like ordering a warm cookie dessert at a restaurant—soft in the middle, slightly golden around the edges, and good enough to eat straight from the pan with a spoon. After a few rounds of testing, I finally got there. The best part? The entire skillet packs 44 grams of protein. If you’ve ever wanted a high-protein dessert...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Let’s be honest: most protein cookies taste like a chalky hockey puck. For the longest time, I struggled to get that dense, chewy, bakery-style texture without loading up on sugar and traditional flour. But I finally figured it out. The secret isn't a magical new flour—it’s actually a box of zero-sugar vanilla cake mix. Macros per giant cookie: 290 calories | 22g Protein | 18g Carbs Get the 15-Minute Recipe Here Thanks for being here and following along as BakedLean keeps growing. — Jacob...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Hi friends! Writing has never been my strong suit, and it’s always been something I avoided, but I’m going to try my best to get these newsletters going on a more regular basis — ideally once a week. I think this can be a great way for us to get to know each other a little better, and for you to peek inside my head at what I’m working on and what’s new around BakedLean. Over the last week, I spent most of my time working on some of my great-grandma’s cookie recipes for a cookbook I’m putting...
3 months ago • 1 min read
Tiny favor: BakedLean was nominated for Best Local Influencer in Washington City Paper’s Best of DC, and I’d really appreciate your vote. How to vote: • Go to https://bestof2026.washingtoncitypaper.com/ • Click “People & Places” • Search for “Local Influencer” • Type in “BakedLean” You may need to enter your email to submit your vote, but you do not need to create an account. If you’ve ever made one of my recipes, saved one for later, sent one to a friend, or watched me turn random grocery...
4 months ago • 1 min read
Quick update—I’ve added some new recipes to the site this week and have been back in a good rhythm testing and building again. I’m also rolling out something new that a few of you have asked for. — Jacob High Protein No Bake Cheesecake This is my go-to easy dessert when I need to hit my macros late at night. By leveraging a full 16-ounce container of Good Culture, you are pulling in over 50 grams of protein in a single bowl. VIEW RECIPE Carrot Orange Turmeric Sorbet This Immune Refresher...
4 months ago • 1 min read