Recipe: Chocolate Protein Crunch Bars

Recipe: Chocolate Protein Crunch Bars

Chocolate Protein Crunch Bars

 

Skill Level

Moderate

Time

1 hour

Serves

12

 

Calories

428

Protein

15g

Fat

21g

Carbs

42g

Fibre

1g

Equipment Needed

  • 8 x 8-inch (20 x 20 cm) square pan
  • Parchment paper
  • Large bowl
  • Spatula
  • Double boiler ( 1 large pot + 1 medium size shallow pan that can sit on top)
 

Ingredients

  • 1 cup All Natural Peanut Butter (runny)
  • 1 cup Maple Syrup
  • 3 cups Rice Puffs Cereal
  • 1 1/4 cups Vanilla Protein Powder (~3 scoops normal protein powder scoops)
  • 1 1/2 cups Dark Chocolate Chips

Instructions

Step 1

Line a pan with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a large bowl, add the peanut butter and maple syrup and mix well to combine. Add the cereal and protein powder and mix well with a spatula until thoroughly combined.

Step 3

Transfer the cereal mixture into the prepared pan, pressing down to create an even layer.

Step 4

Add water to a double boiler or fill a small pot halfway with water and place a heat-safe bowl on top. Bring the water to a boil and add the chocolate chips to the bowl. Melt the chocolate, stirring often. Alternatively, you can melt the chocolate chips in the microwave on 30-second intervals.

Step 5

Pour the melted chocolate over the cereal, spreading it out to create an even layer. Transfer to the fridge until the chocolate has completely set, about 45 minutes, or overnight.

Step 6

Remove the cereal bars and slice into rectangular pieces. Enjoy!

Notes About Recipe

  • Leftovers: refrigerate in an airtight container for up to five days.
  • This recipe was developed and tested using a plant-based protein powder. Please note that if using a different type of protein powder, results may vary.

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Recipe: BBQ Rotisserie Chicken Wraps

Recipe: BBQ Rotisserie Chicken Wraps

Chicken & Bacon Ranch Wraps

 

Skill Level

Moderate

Time

20 min

Serves

5

 

Calories

426

Protein

32g

Fat

23g

Carbs

23g

Fibre

2g

Equipment Needed

  • 2 Medium mixing bowl
 

Ingredients

  • 454 grams (1lb) Whole Rotisserie Chicken (shredded/pulled)
  • 1/2 cup Barbecue Sauce
  • 170 grams Cheddar Cheese (or Cheese Of Choice)
  • 1/2 cup Pickles (sliced)
  • 4 Whole Wheat Flatbread
  • 340 grams (12 oz) Coleslaw Mix
  • 3/4 cup Fat Free Plain Greek Yogurt (170 grams)
  • 1 tbsp Honey
  • 1 tbsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 1/4 tsp Salt & Pepper (to taste)

 

Instructions

Step 1

Mix the wet coleslaw ingredients together before adding the coleslaw mix and folding everything together to evenly coat. Combine coleslaw mix, greek yogurt, honey, apple cider vinegar & dijon mustard. Add salt and pepper to taste

Step 2

In a separate bowl, mix the pulled rotisserie chicken and BBQ sauce together.

Step 3

In each flatbread, add 4.5 oz (125g) chicken, 4 oz (112g) coleslaw, 1.25 oz (35g) cheese, and your desired number of pickles. Tightly wrap and slice in half to serve.

Notes About Recipe

  • Store the ingredients separately and make the wraps fresh to prevent the flatbreads from getting soggy.

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Recipe: Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

Recipe: Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

Chocolate Chip Protein Muffins

 

Skill Level

Moderate

Time

30 min

Serves

8

 

Calories

356

Protein

14g

Fat

20g

Carbs

31g

Fibre

3g

Equipment Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula
  • Muffin liners
  • Muffin tray

Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup Vanilla Protein Powder
  • 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Baking Powder
  • 1/4 tsp Sea Salt
  • 1/2 cup All Natural Peanut Butter
  • 3 Banana (mashed)
  • 2 tbsps Maple Syrup
  • 3/4 cup Dark Chocolate Chips

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a muffin tray with liners or use a silicone muffin tray.

Step 2

In a large bowl, whisk together the protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

Add the peanut butter, banana, and maple syrup and stir with a spatula until combined. Fold in the chocolate chips.
a large bowl, whisk together the protein powder, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 4

Divide the batter evenly between muffin cups. Bake for 13 to 15 minutes or until firm to the touch and a toothpick inserted comes out clean. Let the muffins cool in the pan for 10 to 15 minutes before removing and transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely. Enjoy!

Notes About Recipe

  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for the first day and then transfer to the fridge in a sealed container for up to one week.
  • One serving is one muffin.
  • This recipe was developed and tested using a blended whey protein powder. Avoid using whey protein isolate as this will soak up moisture and yield very dense muffins. Brown rice plant-based protein powder will also work. If using a different type of protein powder, results may vary.
  • If you can’t have peanut butter, you can use another nut or seed butter instead.
  • If you can’t have bananas, then applesauce can be substituted.
  • Add chopped walnuts for additional toppings

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Recipe: Chicken & Bacon Ranch Wraps

Recipe: Chicken & Bacon Ranch Wraps

Chicken & Bacon Ranch Wraps

 

Skill Level

Moderate

Time

10 min

Serves

1

 

Calories

647

Protein

40g

Fat

36g

Carbs

46g

Fibre

13g

Equipment Needed

  • Medium mixing bowl
 

Ingredients

  • 2 leaves Romaine (chopped)
  • 85 grams Chicken Breast, Cooked (cubed, sliced, or shredded)
  • 1/4 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved or quartered)
  • 2 tbsps Red Onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 slices Bacon, Cooked (chopped)
  • 2 tbsps Ranch Dressing
  • 1 Whole Wheat Tortilla (large)
  • 1/2 Avocado (medium, sliced)
  • Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)

 

Instructions

Step 1

In a bowl, combine the romaine, chicken, tomatoes, red onion, and bacon. Drizzle the dressing over and toss gently to combine.

Step 2

Place the tortilla on a flat surface. Add the romaine and chicken mixture and top with avocado. Season with salt and pepper. Roll up tightly into a wrap and enjoy!

Notes About Recipe

  • Great for leftovers! Best enjoyed fresh but the ingredients can be refrigerated separately in airtight containers for up to three days.
  • This recipe can be made gluten-free by using a gluten-free tortilla.

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Recipe: Pineapple Coconut Banana Protein Smoothie

Recipe: Pineapple Coconut Banana Protein Smoothie

Pineapple Coconut Banana Protein Smoothie

 

Skill Level

Easy

Time

4 min

Serves

1

 

Calories

439

Protein

37g

Fat

14g

Carbs

40g

Fibre

8g

Equipment Needed

Ingredients

  •  1 tbsp chia seeds
  • 1/2 cup frozen pineapples chunks (or fresh + 1/2 cup ice cubes)
  • 1/2 cup (175g) 0% M.F. greek yogurt (preferably coconut flavor, but vanilla or plain works too)
  • 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (this is the one I use)
  • 3/4 cup ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup lite coconut milk
  • 1/2 medium banana (or frozen and reduce 3/4 cup ice cubes to 1/2 cup)

Instructions

Step 1

Add ingredients to blender, blend.

Notes About Recipe

  • The type of protein powder you use will make a pretty big impact on taste. I use this one, so if you don’t know which one to use try that one out.
  • The big change between a lower calorie version of this recipe vs a high calorie version is the use of different fat. The % in coconut milk, % fat of greek yogurt, and larger serving sizes of the ingredients
  • You can alter this recipe to have a lot more calories if you’d like, like some Athletes that struggle to eat enough. See recipe link below for the higher calorie version.

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