Element Unknown 34 Posted November 23, 2013 Anyone here get creative with their protein other than mix with water/ consume? Lately I have been doing: Mocha shake. espresso 2x shot 2 scoops of chock flavor WPI cubes of ice then blend. Protein Pancake batter. one scoop WPI (plain or chock) one whole banana mashed almond milk (add until right pancake batter consistency) Anyone else have other mixes/concoctions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveP 16 Posted November 24, 2013 (edited) During the final week of the Max's challenge I went a little delirious and became obsessed with pancakes. I wasn't allowed to eat them, but I researched a bunch of healthy recipes. With all the recipes below, add all ingredients into a blender or bowl and mix. Then pour into the pan. Each recipe should make 2 big pancakes. Cinnamon Pancakes 1 scoop of protein powder 2 egg whites Half cup of unsweetened almond milk 1 tablespoon of cinnamon Chocolate Pancakes 4 whole eggs 2 egg whites 4 teaspoons of stevia 1 teaspoon of cocoa powder 1 cup of oats Peanut Butter Pancakes 1 scoop of protein powder 6 egg whites 2 tablespoons of natural peanut butter Half cup of unsweetened almond milk Cheese Pancakes 1 scoop of protein powder 9 egg whites 1 cup of oats 1 cup of low fat cottage cheese Also with my night protein shake before bed, I add a teaspoon of psyllium husk and flaxseed oil. It gives the shake a nutty taste. What you want to do is shake it up and let it stand for a good 10 minutes. The psyllium husk turns into like a jelly making the shake really thick. Edited November 25, 2013 by steveP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted November 25, 2013 I wonder if I use chocolate with in that peanut butter pancake, will it taste like a reeces peanut butter cup? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveP 16 Posted November 25, 2013 There's only one way to find out Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted November 30, 2013 been smashing down brekkie shakes: 2 Scoops Chock WPI Banana Rolled oats few ice cubes Tablespoon of peanut butter Blend till smooth, enjoy Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essonefive 12 Posted December 6, 2013 Yeah nice, I have a brekky shake every day, little different to yours Milk 2 egg white 1 scoop WPI Banana Raspberries/blueberries Oats Natural peanut butter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
george.k 0 Posted December 9, 2013 Yeah nice, I have a brekky shake every day, little different to yours Milk 2 egg white 1 scoop WPI Banana Raspberries/blueberries Oats Natural peanut butter I do the exact same shake but without the eggs. Can you taste the eggs in the shake? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AC-S13 4 Posted December 10, 2013 I find when i have shakes with an egg, it seems to be lighter...i only used to add eggs for protein...but with protein powder i don't use eggs any more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted December 10, 2013 I read somewhere that your meant to have a little bit at least of the associated fats (yolk) with the whites to activate the protien or something like that. I'll try to find it when I get home from work. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted December 10, 2013 Here it is http://paleodietlifestyle.com/an-egg-yolk-a-day-keeps-the-doctor-away/ Interesting read here too, http://www.abc.net.au/health/thepulse/stories/2011/07/13/3266764.htm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essonefive 12 Posted December 12, 2013 (edited) I actually have one whole and one egg white, I only wrote two egg whites for ease No you can't taste the eggs at all, I do it for the extra protein and cos eggs are just good for you but also it makes the shake light and fluffy Edited December 12, 2013 by essonefive Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essonefive 12 Posted December 12, 2013 Here it is http://paleodietlifestyle.com/an-egg-yolk-a-day-keeps-the-doctor-away/ Interesting read here too, http://www.abc.net.au/health/thepulse/stories/2011/07/13/3266764.htm I read that article....I think I'm heading for heart disease lol they recommended 6 eggs a week. I have 6 a day 😁 I love eggs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Marko 1 Posted January 10, 2014 i put 50/50 self raising flour and rolled oats for my pancakes and put about 50grams of whey with vanilla extract and banana. then i spread peanut butter and jam over them. the whey powder makes pancakes kind of rubbery. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted January 10, 2014 (edited) good tip, will try that for brekkie tomorrow, i always found that the whey makes it a little unmanageable in the pan. Edited January 10, 2014 by HumanHefner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SRS13 9 Posted January 10, 2014 Bro in law bought me a Sunbeam blend n'go for XMAS. Best thing in the kitchen!! This is what I have been having recently; 1 scoop WPI (30grms) 1/2 cup almond milk 1 ts honey 3 ice cubes either 2 weet bix or 1/4 cup rolled oats (can taste the oats more then the weetbix) either 1/2 banana or 3 strawberries if banana 1 ts natural peanut butter if strawberries 1 ts greek yoghurt and sometimes 1 egg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrexy 28 Posted January 15, 2014 There's a blend and go thing George Forman just released. Seen it at Harvey Norman the other day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted January 15, 2014 i got one of these bad boys http://www.cuisinart.com.au/index.php/product/compact-portable-blendingchopping-system/ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AC-S13 4 Posted January 15, 2014 Bro in law bought me a Sunbeam blend n'go for XMAS. Best thing in the kitchen!! This is what I have been having recently; 1 scoop WPI (30grms) 1/2 cup almond milk 1 ts honey 3 ice cubes either 2 weet bix or 1/4 cup rolled oats (can taste the oats more then the weetbix) either 1/2 banana or 3 strawberries if banana 1 ts natural peanut butter if strawberries 1 ts greek yoghurt and sometimes 1 egg This! I have been having these shakes recently: 1 mango 1 banana 2 eggs 3/4 cup almond milk 5 ice cubes drizzle of honey sometimes 2 strawberries Blend. Consistency of thick sludge, but delicious. Could add oats for more calories, but would be too thick. I'll still give it a crack and let you know. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrexy 28 Posted January 16, 2014 this is the blender im talking about. myer web site selling for 39.95 so im guessing thats the normal price http://shop.target.com.au/p/george-foreman-gfbl3-mix-and-go-blender/54529328 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
steveP 16 Posted January 21, 2014 (edited) Don't cheap out on blenders. Shitty ones don't work at all. I did quite a bit of research last year and nearly got one of the Blendtec/Vitamix blenders (seen on YouTube blending phones and shit), but didn't like the idea of spending $500. The next best blender was this Breville. http://www.breville....erbet-3467.html It creates a vortex which sucks down the food so you don't end up with lumps. It's all digital with a countdown timer so you don't burn out the motor. I've been using it every single day for 70 seconds for the last 7 months. So far it hasn't missed a beat. You can get them at Harvey Norman for $200. Edited January 21, 2014 by steveP Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SRS13 9 Posted January 21, 2014 Don't cheap out on blenders. Shitty ones don't work at all. I did quite a bit of research last year and nearly got one of the Blendtec/Vitamix blenders (seen on YouTube blending phones and shit), but didn't like the idea of spending $500. The next best blender was this Breville. http://www.breville....erbet-3467.html It creates a vortex which sucks down the food so you don't end up with lumps. It's all digital with a countdown timer so you don't burn out the motor. I've been using it every single day for 70 seconds for the last 7 months. So far it hasn't missed a beat. You can get them at Harvey Norman for $200. The blender I had has already stuffed up! The plastic spinning bits have worn out after 3 weeks of use! Will get it replaced under warranty but yep cheap shit is cheap. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
essonefive 12 Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) Can ppl share their reasonings behind drinking almond milk instead of normal full cream milk?? I've looked at the nutritional breakdowns and noticed the benefits of the almond milk was that the far content was slightly lower and made up of mono fats rather than predominantly saturated fats found in full cream, good thing. And the carbs/sugar content was just shy of half of that of full cream, another good thing. However, almond milk has less protein, less calories, more sodium, and less calcium. It also contains cane sugar which I thought was bad? So they're my observations. Explain. Edited January 22, 2014 by essonefive Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Element Unknown 34 Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) Yeah I'm leaning towards that also, soy/almond milk off the shelf goes through a heck of a lot of processing comparatively to Cow's milk. I mainly use almond milk (unsweetened) if a required consistency or texture is desired, my gf and I are foodies and do try out a lot of different recipes that often require milk alternatives, we have even made our own batches with a blender, cheese cloth and fresh almonds, otherwise its a mix with cold water for fluid or full cream milk for me, normally i down milk by the liter daily (even more in winter, love that flavour). Edited January 22, 2014 by HumanHefner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wrexy 28 Posted February 15, 2014 Berry Sauce. If your having a hard time downing your pancakes because theres no flavour, here is a sauce recipe to help. 1 cup blue berry 1 cup strawberry 100ml water In a saucepan pour water and the fruits, over a low-medium heat. When the fruits soften get a electric hand blender and combine all till its a smooth texture. Turn up the heat, and reduce the sauce down till your desired thickness. If you like this recipe, you could bottle it and save it for later Share this post Link to post Share on other sites