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24 Collagen Recipes: Smoothies, Snacks, Soups, Desserts & More

By Holly Darnell, RD

May 18, 2026

Our body’s collagen production naturally begins to slow down as we age. We can thank this process and lower levels of collagen for contributing to “normal signs of aging.” Other lifestyle factors — like eating a diet high in sugar, smoking and high amounts of sun exposure — can also lead to diminishing collagen levels.

Collagen protein impacts nearly the entire body. It’s what helps support skin strength and elasticity, and when it comes to our joints and tendons, it’s like the “glue” that helps hold the body together.

This is all why it’s a great idea to supplement with collagen, such as Multi Collagen Protein and Multi Collagen Advanced. These supplements offer benefits such as improving the appearance of your skin, promoting healthy hair thickness and growth, supporting gut health, and reducing joint stiffness.

It’s fastest to simply mix with 8 ounces of water, coffee or a smoothie. But if you want some collagen recipes, we have them in spades. Here are several in the following categories:

• Smoothies

• Warm breakfasts

• Hot drinks

• Baked goods

• Soups

• Dressing

• Mocktails or cocktails

• Desserts

Smoothies

1. Cherry vanilla collagen smoothie

Cherries are an overlooked fruit when it comes to smoothies. They provide a great flavor and are loaded with antioxidants. They also blend well with a vanilla flavor, such as the Multi Collagen Protein Vanilla powder that also provides joint, skin and gut benefits.

2. Piña colada smoothie

Generally, you hear "Piña Colada" and think of an overly sweet, rum-soaked drink. But not this time. This piña colada smoothie is all about health and energy. Plus, did you know that the coconut and pineapple are two of the best fruits you can eat? (In spite of having the word “nut” in its name, the coconut is considered a fruit — not a nut.)

3. Peach smoothie

The combo of peaches, banana, honey and vanilla? Delish. Want a peach cobbler-like experience? Add less almond milk to make it thicker and pour it into a bowl. Top it some naturally sweetened granola and grab a spoon.

Warm breakfasts

4. Overnight Oats

Finding time to eat, let alone make, a well-balanced breakfast can be tough. This basic overnight oats recipe lets you enjoy a delicious (and healthy!) breakfast while requiring zero morning prep time.

5. Sheet pan pancakes with fruit topping

Everybody has had pancakes, but sheet pan pancakes? These are a fun new breakfast trend that’s also fun to whip up and even better to consume, especially with a serving of collagen and fruit baked into each slice.

6. Collagen crepes with berry compote

The average crepe is just butter, milk and flour. These collagen crepes are just as delicious but feature collagen protein, almond milk and gluten-free flour. And berry compote on top completes this amazing breakfast.

Hot drinks

7. Protein coffee or “proffee"

Protein coffee brings together morning iced coffee (often cold brew) with a protein powder, of which collagen can be the best option. It’s a perfect high-protein, low-carb way to start the day.

8. Chai tea latte

This chai tea recipe is a bit of a twist on a classic. We took out artificial sweeteners and flavors, in favor of the benefits thanks to this drink's antioxidants, real spices, Multi Collagen Protein and zero refined sugars.

You can also try this chai matcha latte that uses Multi Collagen Advanced Lean powder.

9. Collagen hot chocolate

Most hot chocolates are loaded with sugar and low in protein. So they may “hit the spot” but also set you up for a crash and burn in terms of your blood sugar and energy levels. Instead, try this high-protein hot chocolate recipe that leverages collagen protein powder with several classic hot chocolate ingredients.

Baked goods

10. Double chocolate collagen donuts

It's a dilemma: You want a donut and a healthy collagen breakfast with collagen. Now you can have both! Each chocolate collagen donut is balanced with the three macronutrients: 9 grams of carbs, 14 grams of performance fats and 12 grams of protein.

11. Banana nut muffins

These muffins taste just like Grandma’s banana nut muffins — but with a serving of collagen. The macros for this banana nut muffin recipe are top-notch, with 16 grams of carbs, 9 grams of performance fats and 8 grams of protein.

12. Collagen bagel with 5 ingredients

Most of us love bagels but probably reserve them for the special treat category because of the high carb and calorie count, in addition to the negligible protein. What if we told you that you could make a high-protein bagel that’s also moderate in calories? And that it’s both easy to make and delicious?

Soups

13. Thai coconut chicken soup

Want to make up some Thai food at home? It’s packed with performance fats from coconut milk, Multi Collagen Protein, a punch of spicy flavor from red curry paste and some (optional) chili peppers, and the nutrition of numerous vegetables plus lemongrass — and ginger-infused broth.

14. Cream of broccoli soup

This creamy broccoli Soup is loaded with nutrients and flavor — plus a little bit of heat from curry powder. With 20 grams of performance fats, 15 grams of fiber and a whopping 25 grams of protein, it also will stay with you for a while and can be a lunch all by itself, perhaps paired with a crusty bread.

15. Cold cucumber soup

When you're more in the mood for a cold soup, try this one. With the addition of Multi Collagen Protein, this recipe also adds valuable skin- and joint-supporting protein to make this a great balanced macronutrient dish, with just 7 grams of carbohydrates, 12 grams of healthy fats and 10 grams of protein for a 170 calorie serving.

Snacks

16. Chocolate protein bars

Want to make your own sports bar? This is your shot and it's easy as can be. These nutrient-dense ingredients blend together very easily and deliver a perfectly balanced chocolate protein bar.

17. Cranberry almond energy bites

Feeling peckish and don't want to give in to eating cookies for your snack? Or looking for the perfect pre-workout or post-workout snack? These cranberry almond energy bites will do the trick. A perfect blend of sweet and salty, with a pleasant crunchy texture alongside balanced macronutrients to give you steady energy.

18. Peanut butter cookies

Rather than get a store-bought protein cookie, make your own. These high-protein peanut butter cookies that are low in sugar and absolutely delicious. They feature Ancient Nutrition’s breakout hit supplement Multi Collagen Protein Lean powder (light cinnamon flavor). Check out the macros: 11 grams of carbs, 12 grams of fat and 8 grams of protein per 185-calorie cookie.

Mocktails

19. Frozen watermelon margarita mocktail

The classic margarita can suffice, but have you tried the frozen watermelon margarita variation? You won't be sorry. Its flavor, color and consistency work incredibly well as a mocktail or cocktail (just add tequila). We also include some collagen powder to add benefits.

20. Mojito mocktail

A traditional Cuban punch, the cocktail typically contains five ingredients: sugar, lime juice, soda water, mint and white rum. Between the sugar and the rum, that’s pretty sweet. Instead, this mojito mocktail recipe uses a Multi Collagen Hydrate Lemon Lime and honey simple syrup for the sweetness.

21. Strawberry lemonade mocktail

This strawberry lemonade is better for you than most sugar-laden lemonades, as it contains less sugar (in the form of raw honey here) and contains satisfying strawberry-flavored collagen protein (9.5 grams per serving).

Desserts

22. Banana collagen chia pudding

Chia seeds have no flavor, which means this superfood is easy to add to various recipes without altering the taste. In this banana chia pudding, the seeds give the dish a thick consistency and will help keep you feeling full until your next meal — you’ll enjoy the creamy taste of real bananas as well as Multi Collagen Protein. Add some pecans to top it off.

23. Lemon lavender cupcakes

On the lookout for the perfect Spring cupcake? These lemon lavender cupcakes are definitely it, as they're full of spring flavors with lavender, lemon and vanilla blending together perfectly. They're also powered by Multi Collagen Protein Vanilla.

24. Mexican chocolate cake

If you're into cake, then you've got to try this Mexican chocolate cake. It's moist, rich, cake with a kick of cayenne pepper and cinnamon buttercream. The secret ingredient in this Mexican chocolate cake is Multi Collagen Advanced Lean powder, with its Ceylon cinnamon flavor.

Recipe developed by Holly Darnell, RD. Holly is a registered dietitian nutritionist who unlocked self-love at the intersection of exceptional food and practical solutions for healthy living. She’s passionate about helping others make simple, positive lifestyle changes on their individual path to healing.