Delicious Protein Shake Recipes - Made Fit TV - Ep 84

One of the most popular questions I receive in my emails and comments is “What is a good protein shake to drink?”  After directing people to Episode 53 “What Protein Supplement is Good For Me?”, I continue by saying that you can add whatever you want to a protein shake that makes it nutritious.

However, sometimes leaving room for too many options leaves many to feel lost and undecided still on what to add to them.  In addition, there is also a direct relation to the ingredients in your shake to what time of day you are training and when to drink them. So much to think about!

Well, not to worry!  In this week’s Made Fit TV episode, I provide you with two delicious and healthy protein shakes straight from my own nutrition plan!  It features one shake recipe that Chris loves, and one that I love!  Check out the video and print off the recipe and nutrition information below so you can make these shakes part of your meal plan, also!

Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Protein Shake

Ingredients: 1 scoop vanilla or cookie-flavored protein powder of your choice, 1/2 cup skim milk, 1/4 cup water, 4 or 5 thawed frozen or fresh strawberries, 1/2 large banana, 1 tsp dry sugar-free strawberry jello mix, 1 tsp dry sugar-free cheesecake jello pudding mix, 3 ice cubes

1. In a blender, combine the water, ice cubes, and milk, followed by the protein powder, and strawberries

2. Mix for 30 seconds to allow the strawberries and ice cubes to break up

3. Stop the mixer and add in the banana and dry jello mixes

4. Blend for about another minute or two to desired consistency

5. Enjoy!  (Add more water if you want it less thick)

* This shake is best enjoyed as a morning meal replacement or one hour before an intense cardio or weight-lifting session because of the higher blend of carbohydrates, fiber, sugar, and protein. You can also split it in half for two meal replacements or snacks on a recovery training day.

Nutrition Info:

320 calories, 3g fat, 35g carbs, 7g fiber, 25g sugar, 27g protein

Peanut Butter Mocha Protein Shake

Ingredients: I scoop of vanilla or cookie-flavored protein powder of your choice (if using chocolate flavor, cut the cocoa powder serving in half), 1 tbsp cocoa powder, 1 tbsp natural peanut butter, 1/4 cup skim milk, 1/2 cup chilled brewed coffee, 1 packet of sugar substitute of your choice (splenda, stevia, etc.)

1. In a blender, combine the coffee and milk, followed by the protein powder, cocoa, peanut butter, and packet of sugar substitute

2. Mix for one to two minutes, or until desired consistency

3. Add 2 ice cubes if you want it thicker

4. Pour it in a glass over ice and enjoy!

*This protein shake is best enjoyed as a meal replacement or snack 30 minutes before a cardio or weight-lifting session, especially in the morning for an extra boost of energy.  The higher fat and amounts and lower carb amounts are great for figure athletes in their training season.

Nutrition Info:

250 calories, 10g fat, 10g carbs, 4g fiber, 2g sugar, 25g protein