protein sweet treats
I CAN ONLY EAT SO MUCH CHICKEN … seriously, I’m a cake loving sweets kinda girl and the same old proteins GET BORING. Protein is by far the most important macro when it comes to weight loss. It keeps us full and satisfied and is the basis of our nutrition. Getting 80-100g daily is HARD with regular food and commonly we get burnt out over the same handful of sources we utilize day in and day out. So why not spice it up a bit? Having some protein alternatives, particularly for cravings is essential! Here are some of my FAVORITE protein sweet treats.
Legendary foods - 100% my favorite
Legendary Brand has become my #1 favorite high protein treat. I start every morning off with a protein “pop-tart.” It satisfies all my nutrition requirements and best of all it is quick an easy. At 180-200 calories and 20g protein, you can’t go wrong in flavor. Texture is spot on as well, particularly if you microwave for around 10 seconds. Check out the details at the links below:
Cinnamon Tasty Pastry Birthday Cake Tasty Pasty Protein Cinnamon Roll
PRO JYM protein powder & COOKIE DOUGH
Absolutely love the taste and texture of this protein, particularly if you like using protein powder for “alternative” uses. This may not be a whey protein isolate, and the most readily absorbed type of protein, but heck I’m getting protein in and its better than grabbing chips or a cookie. This protein is fantastic shaken, in a smoothie, and my favorite …. as PROTEIN COOKIE DOUGH!
PROTEIN COOKIE DOUGH RECIPE
1 scoop Vanilla Pro-Jym
2 Tbs powdered peanut butter
1 tsp vanilla
Dash of cinnamon
Water / Almond Milk / Fairlife - to mix to consistency
Add chocolate chips, sprinkles, or basically anything to your liking (freeze for 10 mins and its even better)
READY TO GO PROTEIN SHAKES
We all know these favorites and they are EXCELLENT for busy days! BUT …….. have you tried them for other purposes?
PROTEIN PUDDING - a ready made protein shake with sugar free pudding mix and you have yourself a wonderful protein pudding. Top with whip cream and it’s my favorite post workout snack. Plus … add some birthday cake extract (a few drops) and its almost cake batter
STARBUCKS ANYONE ?!?!?!? - use protein shake as a creamer in an Americano or just get 2 shots of espresso (blonde is my favorite) and then add your protein shake and its a protein packed breakfast
PROTEIN PANCAKES - use ready made vanilla protein to combine Kodiak pancake mix! Adds a little extra protein kick
KIDS “CHOCOLATE MILK” - Ellison’s go to and great to pack in the cooler for busy sports weekends
