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    October 21, 2025 3 min read

    High-Protein and Collagen Recipes for Grown-Up Fun


    Halloween doesn’t have to mean a sugar overload. At Alaya, we believe treats can be both indulgent and intentional — festive recipes that feel fun to enjoy, yet are built with nourishing ingredients your body will thank you for. This year, we’re elevating Halloween with simple, adult-friendly recipes that blend seasonal flavors, wellness support, and a playful spooky twist.


    From protein-packed pumpkin bars to collagen-boosted bites and gut-friendly parfaits, these recipes prove that you can celebrate the season while staying aligned with your health goals.


    Whether you’re hosting a party, trying to impress your kids or grandkids, enjoying a cozy night in, or looking for creative ways to sneak in extra nutrients, these Halloween treats will have you savoring the best of both worlds!

    1. Pumpkin Collagen Cheesecake Bars (High Protein)

    A high-protein twist on cheesecake made with cottage cheese, Greek yogurt, and Alaya Multi Collagen for creamy texture plus added support for skin, joints, and overall strength.


    Servings: 9–12 bars | Time: 45 min + chill

    INGREDIENTS:

    Crust:

    • 1 ½ cups almond flour

    • 3 Tbsp coconut oil, melted

    • 2 Tbsp maple syrup

    • Pinch of salt

    Filling:

    • 2 cups cottage cheese (blended smooth)

    • ½ cup Greek yogurt

    • ¾ cup pumpkin puree

    • ¼ cup maple syrup

    • 2 eggs

    • 2 tsp pumpkin spice

    • 1 tsp vanilla

    • 1 scoop Alaya Multi Collagen Plus (Vanilla or Unflavored) 

    Optional Topping: cinnamon dust or dark chocolate drizzle

    DIRECTIONS:

    1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment.

    2. Mix crust ingredients, press into pan, and bake 10 min.

    3. Blend cottage cheese until smooth. Add remaining filling ingredients and blend again.

    4. Pour over the crust and bake 35–40 min, until set.

    5. Cool, chill at least 2 hours, then slice and top as desired.

    2. Spooky Spider Collagen Bites

    These no-bake bites deliver balanced energy with oats, nut butter, and dark chocolate, while Alaya Collagen adds an extra boost of protein to support strength and satiety.


    Servings: ~12 bites | Time: 20 minutes (no bake)

    INGREDIENTS:

    • 1 ½ cups rolled oats

    • ½ cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)

    • ¼ cup honey or maple syrup

    • 1 tsp vanilla extract

    • ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips

    • 1 scoop Alaya Multi Collagen

    • ½ cup dark chocolate chips (melted, for coating)

    • 24 pretzel sticks (broken in half, for “legs”)

    • Candy eyes (or mini chocolate chips)

    DIRECTIONS:

    1. In a bowl, mix oats, nut butter, honey, vanilla, mini chocolate chips, and collagen until sticky.

    2. Roll mixture into 12 balls and chill for 10 minutes.

    3. Dip lightly in melted dark chocolate.

    4. Add 4 pretzel halves to each side for legs and press on candy eyes.

    5. Chill until chocolate sets.

    3. Blood Orange Mocktail (or Cocktail) with Spooky Eyeball Ice

    A refreshing, ruby-red drink rich in vitamin C from blood oranges, blended with Alaya Creatine or Multi Collagen for hydration, energy, and recovery support.


    Servings: 2 | Time: 5 minutes (+ freezing time for ice)

    INGREDIENTS:

    • 1 cup fresh blood orange juice (about 2–3 oranges)

    • 1 cup sparkling water

    • 1 scoop Alaya Creatine or Multi Collagen Plus

    • Ice cubes or Spooky Eyeball Ice (see below)

    • Optional: 2 oz tequila or vodka (for cocktail version)

    • Black lava salt (or coarse sea salt) for rim

    • 2 thin blood orange slices (for garnish)

    Spooky Eyeball Ice (optional):

    • Fresh blueberries

    • Round ice mold (sphere tray)

    • Water or coconut water

    DIRECTIONS:

    1. Make the eyeball ice (ahead of time): Place 1 blueberry in each sphere of your ice tray, fill with water or coconut water, and freeze until solid.

    2. Prep the glasses: Rub an orange wedge around rims, dip in black lava salt, and add eyeball ice cubes.

    3. Mix the drink: In a shaker or glass, stir blood orange juice, sparkling water, and Alaya product until dissolved.

    4. Make it a cocktail (optional): Add tequila or vodka if serving after dark.

    Finish: Pour into rimmed glasses, garnish with a floating orange slice, and serve immediately with eerie eyeballs peeking out.

    4. Candy Corn Yogurt Parfaits (Gut-Friendly Glow-Up)

    A gut-friendly treat that layers protein-rich Greek yogurt, antioxidant-packed fruit, and Alaya Multi Collagen to support healthy skin, hair, and overall wellness.


    Servings: 4 | Time: 10 minutes (no cook)

    INGREDIENTS:

    • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt

    • 1 scoop Alaya Multi Collagen (stirred into yogurt)

    • 1 cup mango or peach puree (orange layer)

    • 1 cup pineapple chunks (yellow layer)

    • Optional: drizzle of honey + roasted pumpkin seeds for topping

    DIRECTIONS:

    1. Mix yogurt with Alaya Multi collagen (unflavored or vanilla) until smooth.

    2. In clear glasses, layer pineapple on the bottom, mango puree in the middle, and yogurt on top for the candy corn look.

    3. Add a drizzle of honey and sprinkle of pumpkin seeds if desired.