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Molten Chocolate Protein Cake

Molten Chocolate Protein Cake

Molten Chocolate Protein Cake A delicious low calorie, low carb, high protein chocolate fix, that takes less than a minute to whip up! Perfect for a lazy snack, a diet-friendly dessert or a cravings busting sweet treat… . Ingredients 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (whey protein or a protein blend works best- I like BSN Lean Dessert in Chocolate Fudge Pudding flavour) 1 whole egg 1 tsp raw cocoa 1/2 tsp cinnamon 1 tsp instant coffee . Directions Combine ingredients with … Read entire article »

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Easy-Peasy Homemade Almond Milk

Easy-Peasy Homemade Almond Milk

For those of you who cannot or will not drink animal-derived milk but want something milk-like that you can pour on your cereal, use in recipes, or simply drink straight up, almond milk is an excellent option. // Though there are other alternatives to dairy, such as soy and rice milk, many people prefer the taste of almond milk. The healthiest (and cheapest!)  almond milk is homemade because you can use a greater proportion of almonds … Read entire article »

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The Wonder That is Quark

The Wonder That is Quark

quark (kwôrk, kwärk) quarc,  from Lower Sorbian twarog,  from Old Church Slavonic tvarog?, German,  from Middle High German]. n. A soft creamy acid-cured cheese of central Europe made from whole milk. The photograph that you can see above is a genuine snapshot of my own fridge. My fridge will look like this at any given time. The term ‘diet staple’, fails to convey the sheer magnitude of the role that this wonderous foodstuff plays in my daily … Read entire article »

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High Protein Chocolate & Pear Loaf

High Protein Chocolate & Pear Loaf

High Protein Chocolate & Pear Loaf . Here’s another high protein loaf recipe to play with. The juicy pears counteract the dryness of the protein powder to avoid a crumbly catastrophe,  and as far as I’m concerned, you can’t go wrong with chocolate. . Ingredients 60g ground oats 2 tbsp cocoa powder 1 scoop chocolate whey protein powder (I like Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Protein in Double Rich Chocolate) 1 tsp baking powder 1 tsp baking soda 8g Splenda (about 1/3 cup) or Stevia to … Read entire article »

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High Protein Banana & Rhubarb Loaf

High Protein Banana & Rhubarb Loaf

High Protein Banana & Rhubarb Loaf (pictured with quark) . // High protein recipes that call for protein powder often end up somewhat dry and nasty, but the rhubarb and banana keep this loaf deliciously moist and sticky. A couple of slices make for a highly portable snack- especially tasty, when spread with peanut butter, Nutella or cream cheese! . Ingredients 120g ground oats 3 scoops whey protein powder (I like BSN Lean Dessert in Banana Cream Pudding flavour) 1 tsp baking … Read entire article »

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