Turn up the holiday tunes, and pour yourself a cup of Peppermint Hot Chocolate or Tasty Vanilla Eggnog!
I’ve been experimenting with my chocolate and vanilla protein powders to give these traditional holiday drinks a little boost and I can’t wait to hear what you think!
See, one of my tricks is to always focus on getting enough protein. Even if you’re eating more holiday treats than normal, the protein helps stabilize your blood sugar, makes you feel more full and satisfied (so you can enjoy some cookies, not ALL of them) and has the added benefit of supporting your muscle tissue even if you’re not exercising as much this time of year (1).
These fun recipes will fill you with holiday cheer, while doubling as an easy way to sneak in some extra protein. Remember, the amino acids from the protein we eat (or drink!) supports more than just your muscle tissue – it supports your brain function, hormone and enzyme function, and your immune system – something I really pay attention to around the holidays.
Share these with your friends and family!
Festive Holiday Drinks
Tasty Vanilla Eggnog
Yield: 1 serving
You will need: cup, measuring cups and spoons, spoon, mini whisk or frother
Key: T=Tablespoon; tsp=teaspoon
Ingredients:
- 1 serving (30 grams) I ❤️ Vanilla Protein
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp turmeric
- 1/4 tsp ground ginger
- 6 oz unsweetened almond milk
- 6 oz hot or cold water
- optional brandy, bourbon or rum
Directions:
- Add the protein powder and spices to your cup and mix together.
- Then add water and stir thoroughly. (You can use a spoon, mini whisk or frother.)
- Add the almond milk and serve. Garnish with a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon.
Peppermint Hot Chocolate
Yield: 1 serving
You will need: cup, measuring cups and spoons, spoon, mini whisk or frother.
Key: T=Tablespoon; tsp=teaspoon
Ingredients:
- 1 serving (32 grams) I ❤️ Chocolate Protein
- 1-2 drops of peppermint extract
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 6 oz unsweetened almond milk
- 6 oz hot or cold water
Directions:
- Add the protein powder, peppermint and vanilla to your cup and mix together.
- Then add water and stir thoroughly. (You can use a spoon, mini whisk or frother.)
- Add the almond milk and serve. Garnish with a little grated dark chocolate.
NOTE: I cannot guarantee the results of these recipes if you use a protein powder other than mine, as I have not tested them. Keep in mind that since my organic protein powders are free of binders, emulsifiers and fillers, in drinks like these go ahead and give them a stir every now and then if you’re enjoying it slowly as the protein powder can settle a bit after a while.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Servings per Recipe: 1 Calories per Serving: 162 Protein: 21 grams Carbohydrates: 4 grams Fat: 6 grams Additional Notes: Macros listed above are for the eggnog recipe The macros for the hot chocolate are: 163 calories, 22 grams of protein, 6 grams of carbs, 6 grams of fat
I hope that you enjoy these recipes in good health with friends and family!
I love using my own Betty Rocker protein powders because I know exactly what’s in them (and what’s not!) If you’re looking for clean, delicious protein powders that contain all the essential amino acids, are organic, and versatile enough for hot drinks, to bake with or to simply shake in a mixer bottle, you’ve found a winner!
Shop Betty Rocker organic protein powders HERE!
References:
- Haghighat, Neda et al. “The effect of 12 weeks of euenergetic high-protein diet in regulating appetite and body composition of women with normal-weight obesity: a randomised controlled trial.” The British journal of nutrition vol. 124,10 (2020): 1044-1051. doi:10.1017/S0007114520002019 Web. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32513334/
