I’ve had several readers ask me for smoothie and/or protein shake recipes that taste good and meet all of the criteria losing fat. Because I consider you all my good friends, I’ll give you my super secret recipe for a great tasting chocolate peanut butter shake! These shakes are a great way to get that critical protein and carry you over in the afternoon!
If you don’t have one by now, get yourself a high-quality blender. I have one of those Waring professional models that you see in restaurants and bars. It is a workhorse and easy to clean.
And my favorite place to get the protein powders listed below is Netrition.com. I’ve been using them for years – their service is unbeatable, they are extremely quick to ship, and their prices are some of the best on the Internet.
Ok – here it is:
- 2 scoops chocolate whey protein – my recommendation is Nature’s Best Isopure Low Carb Chocolate
- 2T of natural peanut butter – NOT the regular peanut butter that has added sugar – try the Smuckers smooth or chunky
- 2T of Jello Fat Free/Sugar Free Instant Chocolate Pudding
- 1T of unsweetened cocoa powder – lots of good antioxidants in cocoa
- Ice
50 grams of protein, 16 grams of healthy fats, and minimal carbs – and tastes pretty darn good!
Be creative – for example, you can throw in a small banana if your daily intake allows it or use skim milk or nonfat dry milk instead of water. Just make sure you take into account everything you are putting in when you are figuring out your daily intake.
Chocolate not your thing? How about a Root Beer Float?!
- 1 can Diet Root Beer – I like Barq’s the best
- 2T of heavy cream – this is OK for your diet, trust me! Just don’t drink it by the gallon!
- 2 scoops vanilla whey protein – my recommendation is Nature’s Best Isopure No Carb Vanilla
- Ice
Great way to get 50 grams of protein in you with about 10 grams of fat and no carbs!