A Very Fit Christmas

Looking for some ways to enjoy holiday treats without the guilt and calorie impact? Protein hot chocolate is a great way to hit your protein goals and the protein balls are a great dessert to have on hand for a snack, to take to holiday gatherings, or to give away to friends and family as a sweet treat.

Protein Hot Chocolate (adapted from Jordo’s World)

• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder ** We like 1st Phorm’s Chocolate Milkshake or Peppermint Bark Protein Powder

• 1 tbsp cocoa powder

• 1 cup cold or room temperature milk (dairy, almond, or oat milk all work great)

• 1 tbsp sugar free maple syrup ** Walden Farms is a good option.

Directions

• Add all ingredients to a shaker bottle.

• Shake well until everything is combined. (This is step is critical! The protein powder must be mixed with either cold or room temperature milk BEFORE heating up the mixture.)

• Pour the mixture into a small sauce pan.

• Turn on low heat. Use a whisk to stir the mixture while it is heating up. Don’t let it boil!

• Continue whisking until the mixture is creamy and at desired temperature.

• Taste and add additional sweetener if you need.

• Pour into a mug and add desired toppings (whipped cream, etc.)

• Enjoy!

You can also add protein powder to Nestle, or other pre-made hot chocolate mixes. Simply add a scoop of your favorite protein powder to your favorite cocoa mix, combine in a shaker bottle with cold or room temperature milk and add hot water.

Couture Fitness Protein Balls (Makes 4 Servings)

• 20g (2 Tbls) mini MMs (or chocolate chips or other favorite candies)

• 40g (1/2 cup) quick oats

• 15g (1/2 scoop) protein powder

• 30g (1.5 Tbls) honey

• 48g (3 Tbls) peanut or almond butter

Directions

Mix all ingredients together and form into balls. These keep well in an airtight container for 3-5 days but can also be frozen.