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Protein Cookie Dough Recipe

jennincat — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 18:19:21 +0000

As you know, I try to stick to whole foods. I do have one weakness…okay not true…I have A LOT of weakness but one that I don’t think I’m willing to give up…protein powder. It’s just so darn convenient and it’s really easy to make things that tastes like treats. For instance A Good Idea Pudding or No Bake Protein “Cookie Dough”.

No Bake “Cookie Dough”
1/2 cup uncooked oatmeal
1/2 tbs all natural peanut butter
1/2 tbs unsweetened coco powder
1 scoop of vanilla whey protein powder
Hot water – as much as you need until it’s the consistency you like.

Mix everything together in a bowl and eat.

Approx. 358 calories, 34 grams of carbs, 27 grams of protein, 10 grams of fat. (It’s also nice to know this has 6 grams of fiber too.)

If you are watching carbs just cut out the oats. I prefer to use the vanilla protein powder and add chocolate b/c I think it taste more authentic (less chemically) than just the plain chocolate protein powder.

Mmmm…I think it’s snack time!

xoxo
j

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Apple Oatmeal “Cookie Dough”

jennincat — Tue, 13 Jan 2009 17:48:32 +0000

I have a love hate relationship with Costco. One one hand, they carry fantastic products, have a great return policy and serve yummy Kosher hotdogs. On the other hand, it is always so crowded, too many products = sensory overload, and they serve gigantic fatty Kosher hotdogs. This weekend I found these yummy little apple crisps.

Cinnamon Apple Chips by Bare Fruit Snacks. Yummy! Every once in a while, I crave something crunchy and carrots or celery just doesn’t cut it. And potato chips are dangerous and not exactly the healthiest choice better saved for a sane meal/day (free meal). But these little apple thingys really satisfied that crunchy craving. (Maybe a little too much!) The best part about these little guys is the ingredient list: organic apples and organic cinnamon. Sweet! The company also states that they are slow baked at low temperatures which is good b/c that preserves more of the nutrients. I used them in my after my workout snack/meal and it tasted liked cookie dough.

Apple Oatmeal “Cookie Dough”

1/2 Slow Cook Oats
1/2 Cup Water
1/8 Cup Crushed Apple Chips
Scoop of Vanilla Protein Powder

I always make my oatmeal on the stove by boiling equal amounts of water to oats. Once it reaches a boil, I stir in the oats, turn off the heat, and cover. I don’t like mushy oatmeal and find this makes the best consistency.

xoxo
j

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A “Good Idea” Pudding(s)

jennincat — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 23:47:52 +0000

This is not a recipe I made up. It’s more of an “idea” that I’ve heard buff fitness people make. The few times I’ve been eating my protein pudding outside of my home people have asked me what I’m eating. When I tell them they almost always say, “Oh that’s a good idea.” Which is why I’m calling it A “Good Idea” pudding, in honor of whoever the first person was to throw these ingredients into a blender. I eat A “Good Idea” protein pudding when I’m in a hurry, when I’m feeling sort of lazy, or when I’m crave-ish, which happens to be 7-10 days every month. Unfortunately.

A “Good Idea” Pudding
1/2 cup of low-fat cottage cheese
1 scoop of whey protein powder (I prefer chocolate.)
1 tsp agave nectar or other natural sweetener (optional)

That’s it. Put it in a blender (I use a little Cuisinart rip-off machine) and blend until smooth. I personally think this tastes delicious and I don’t use any extra sweetener. But I haven’t had refined sugar in 9 months so I’m not too hard to please right now! But be assured, I did give a bite to my husband and he said it was good! And he is a food snob. No offense love!

If you are a total WHOLE FOODIST and the idea of whey protein makes you want to gag and your stomach muscles cramp then try Another “Good Idea” Pudding.

Another “Good Idea” Pudding
1/2 cup low-fat cottage cheese
1 banana
1 tsp agave nectar or other natural sweetener (optional)

Once again put it all in a blender and give it a whirl. Top it with some crushed walnuts and you make be able to trick yourself into thinking you’re eating a fancy dessert.

A “Good Idea” Pudding – Approximately 265 Cal, 10 g carbs, 30 g protein, 11 g fat (these totally depend on the protein powder you use.)

Another “Good Idea” Pudding – Approximately 150 Cal, 19 g carbs, 15 g Protein, 2 g fat

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