Volume Eaters Thread
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Anyone tried any of the Trader Joe's protein powder for fluff? Vegan or not? How did that work?0
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I've tried making "fluff" twice and couldn't eat it both times because of the snotty texture. The ice cream is totally different and seriously the consistency of soft serve ice cream. I've never wasted a batch!MelanieCN77 wrote: »I've tried so many times to make the fluff and all I've ended up with is a pretty disgusting textured goop. I am thinking now it is my tools? I tried my Nutribullet (I accidentally bought the little one) and a stick blender and the texture both times was like lumpy snot. I have a hand mixer and a mini food processor also. I experiment then get stressed out about wasting the ingredients.
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Crafty_camper123 wrote: »The last time I tried to make protein fluff, it just turned into a smoothie. Still tasty, but not fluffy eat with a spoon texture. It was thick sip through a straw texture, lol. I used Simple Truth Vanilla Whey Protein Powder . And a magic bullet for my blender. I'm not sure if it was the blender, the powder or both, but it never "fluffed".
@Crafty_camper123 , Someone here said that whey protein is touch and go, doesn't always work, maybe that's part of it? I'm just trying to learn, sounds interesting but never made it yet.2 -
pinggolfer96 wrote: »Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »JaydedMiss wrote: »pinggolfer96 wrote: »Homemade strawberry poppyseed salad 400 cals. My 6+ lb veggie protein salad for my first meal at almost 7pm. Exactly 400 cals and macros posted!
Sooooo many ingredients/ high volume lol!!
I am impressed!! Haha what protein do you use? You could definitely win a 6lb salad challenge like they have for those 6lb burgers.
I’m the type of person that can put down 8-10 full plates of food at a buffet. I won’t an 7lb calzone challenge in 30 mins which is HEARTY so if there are doubts of me finishing a 6lb salad.....that’s child’s play lol
Nice, nice!
That's my salad last night, 800 g in total. And i thought that i eat a lot, lol!4 -
Crafty_camper123 wrote: »The last time I tried to make protein fluff, it just turned into a smoothie. Still tasty, but not fluffy eat with a spoon texture. It was thick sip through a straw texture, lol. I used Simple Truth Vanilla Whey Protein Powder . And a magic bullet for my blender. I'm not sure if it was the blender, the powder or both, but it never "fluffed".
@Crafty_camper123 , Someone here said that whey protein is touch and go, doesn't always work, maybe that's part of it? I'm just trying to learn, sounds interesting but never made it yet.
It very well may be. Maybe I'll try it again in the full size blender, and that may answer my question. Worst case? I'll have a large batch smoothie I suppose... The protein powder I use is pretty basic for ingredients, but it does have xanthan gum in it. Does that really matter? Other then casein, what other powders work well for this? I hate to go buy anything new, they're pretty pricey! But I could go buy sample packets and try a few different kinds.0 -
MelanieCN77 wrote: »I've tried so many times to make the fluff and all I've ended up with is a pretty disgusting textured goop. I am thinking now it is my tools? I tried my Nutribullet (I accidentally bought the little one) and a stick blender and the texture both times was like lumpy snot. I have a hand mixer and a mini food processor also. I experiment then get stressed out about wasting the ingredients.Crafty_camper123 wrote: »The last time I tried to make protein fluff, it just turned into a smoothie. Still tasty, but not fluffy eat with a spoon texture. It was thick sip through a straw texture, lol. I used Simple Truth Vanilla Whey Protein Powder . And a magic bullet for my blender. I'm not sure if it was the blender, the powder or both, but it never "fluffed".
There is your problem. These are not powerfil blenders and before the ice is crushed they start melting it.
Get a decent food processor for best results or a high powered blender like Vitamix.
That makes sense. I'll have to try my full size blender that I never use and see how that does. I'm not quite ready to invest in a Ninja, Vitamix or the like yet. It is on my want list, but I'm afraid to buy a 200$ dust collector, lol. I thought of crushing the ingredients in a blender, and then whipping it in the kitchen aid stand mixer. But it sounds like I may run into the same problem with the ice melting and it not fluffing?0 -
I have recently come to the conclusion that volume eating is best suited for me. Eating mainly vegetarian means I can eat copious amounts of food and stay in my calorie goal. Are there others out there who do the same? Let's exchange ideas. Here is what I ate today:
Breakfast, large shake with 2 cups spinach, almond milk, protein powder ice and water. Plus a slice of flax bread with almond butter and a sliced zucinni.
Lunch - one bag steamed frozen broccoli, 2 diced peppers, sprinkle of nuts and raisins
Snack- Apple, orange and cantaloupe
Dinner- 2 large zuchinni, one large onion, two packages portobello mushrooms cooked in vegetable broth and 1tbs butter, edited to add 3oz tempeh
Dessert - one cup almond milk with 3 tbs chia seeds (chia pudding) and 1/2 scoop protein powder
This was a LOT of food and I was happily full (not overstuffed) at every meal.
I find eating this way keeps me from snacking -- or worse binging. I finally broke through a 6 month plateau.
But it does make eating out difficult unless you have a mini-meal before or after. Anyone have any thoughts on this eating style?
But the farts...
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IHaveMyActTogether wrote: »I have recently come to the conclusion that volume eating is best suited for me. Eating mainly vegetarian means I can eat copious amounts of food and stay in my calorie goal. Are there others out there who do the same? Let's exchange ideas. Here is what I ate today:
Breakfast, large shake with 2 cups spinach, almond milk, protein powder ice and water. Plus a slice of flax bread with almond butter and a sliced zucinni.
Lunch - one bag steamed frozen broccoli, 2 diced peppers, sprinkle of nuts and raisins
Snack- Apple, orange and cantaloupe
Dinner- 2 large zuchinni, one large onion, two packages portobello mushrooms cooked in vegetable broth and 1tbs butter, edited to add 3oz tempeh
Dessert - one cup almond milk with 3 tbs chia seeds (chia pudding) and 1/2 scoop protein powder
This was a LOT of food and I was happily full (not overstuffed) at every meal.
I find eating this way keeps me from snacking -- or worse binging. I finally broke through a 6 month plateau.
But it does make eating out difficult unless you have a mini-meal before or after. Anyone have any thoughts on this eating style?
But the farts...
Hahaha, yes, it comes with the price!2 -
MelanieCN77 wrote: »I've tried so many times to make the fluff and all I've ended up with is a pretty disgusting textured goop. I am thinking now it is my tools? I tried my Nutribullet (I accidentally bought the little one) and a stick blender and the texture both times was like lumpy snot. I have a hand mixer and a mini food processor also. I experiment then get stressed out about wasting the ingredients.Crafty_camper123 wrote: »The last time I tried to make protein fluff, it just turned into a smoothie. Still tasty, but not fluffy eat with a spoon texture. It was thick sip through a straw texture, lol. I used Simple Truth Vanilla Whey Protein Powder . And a magic bullet for my blender. I'm not sure if it was the blender, the powder or both, but it never "fluffed".
There is your problem. These are not powerfil blenders and before the ice is crushed they start melting it.
Get a decent food processor for best results or a high powered blender like Vitamix.
I have Vitamix, but it's heating up food? Do you start with ice cubes or crush ice with it first znd then add protein?0 -
What about the plant based protein, pea, hemp, soy? Any of that would work or it has to be whey?0
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True, thank you very much, i will try.0 -
Crafty_camper123 wrote: »MelanieCN77 wrote: »I've tried so many times to make the fluff and all I've ended up with is a pretty disgusting textured goop. I am thinking now it is my tools? I tried my Nutribullet (I accidentally bought the little one) and a stick blender and the texture both times was like lumpy snot. I have a hand mixer and a mini food processor also. I experiment then get stressed out about wasting the ingredients.Crafty_camper123 wrote: »The last time I tried to make protein fluff, it just turned into a smoothie. Still tasty, but not fluffy eat with a spoon texture. It was thick sip through a straw texture, lol. I used Simple Truth Vanilla Whey Protein Powder . And a magic bullet for my blender. I'm not sure if it was the blender, the powder or both, but it never "fluffed".
There is your problem. These are not powerfil blenders and before the ice is crushed they start melting it.
Get a decent food processor for best results or a high powered blender like Vitamix.
That makes sense. I'll have to try my full size blender that I never use and see how that does. I'm not quite ready to invest in a Ninja, Vitamix or the like yet. It is on my want list, but I'm afraid to buy a 200$ dust collector, lol. I thought of crushing the ingredients in a blender, and then whipping it in the kitchen aid stand mixer. But it sounds like I may run into the same problem with the ice melting and it not fluffing?
Nope. That is not going to work. If you get that ninja, it will replace all the little cheap blenders you have in the house plus be your food processor. And they are not pricey. You can get one from Walmart for like $60. Look up, Ninja Master Prep pro.
Thanks! I'll look into those. The only ones I was seeing around town last time I looked were the 200$ ones. $60 is much more affordable.1 -
pinggolfer96 wrote: »Noreenmarie1234 wrote: »JaydedMiss wrote: »pinggolfer96 wrote: »Homemade strawberry poppyseed salad 400 cals. My 6+ lb veggie protein salad for my first meal at almost 7pm. Exactly 400 cals and macros posted!
Sooooo many ingredients/ high volume lol!!
I am impressed!! Haha what protein do you use? You could definitely win a 6lb salad challenge like they have for those 6lb burgers.
I’m the type of person that can put down 8-10 full plates of food at a buffet. I won’t an 7lb calzone challenge in 30 mins which is HEARTY so if there are doubts of me finishing a 6lb salad.....that’s child’s play lol
Holy *kitten*. Respect. Especially if thats you on your profile photo.
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For those of you eating the large salads, what do you dress them with?2
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Well, I tried it the protien fluff! I busted out the blender I already had (oesterizer 10 speed). Might as well try the old one before buying a new one right?
I Put my ingredients in the blender, and in a puff of smoke I had a Wendy's frosty like fluff. I also have a blender in the trash.
Because it burnt up after not using it for a few years. Guess I have an excuse to buy a new one. 
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I'm a volume eater too, anyone have any unique things they like to throw in their salads?DebTavares wrote: »For those of you eating the large salads, what do you dress them with?
I do a lot of raw garlic, EVOO and lemon juice, or just dry. There are lots of balsamic vinegar sprays that are nice too. I also make a tzatziki type dressing with garlic, Greek yogurt, grated and drained cucumber, and balsamic vinegar.2 -
Crafty_camper123 wrote: »Well, I tried it the protien fluff! I busted out the blender I already had (oesterizer 10 speed). Might as well try the old one before buying a new one right?
I Put my ingredients in the blender, and in a puff of smoke I had a Wendy's frosty like fluff. I also have a blender in the trash. Because it burnt up after not using it for a few years. Guess I have an excuse to buy a new one.
I had mediocre results with my fluff until I splurged and bought a Ninja blender a week ago. It came with a food processor,a spiralizer, and a smaller sized individual cup attachment in addition to a really nice sized and sturdy blender pitcher. It made all of the difference! I’ve been using it for amazing protein fluff, coffee concoctions (hot and cold), frozen drinks, and cauliflower rice so far.
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Sallyw2004 wrote: »Crafty_camper123 wrote: »Well, I tried it the protien fluff! I busted out the blender I already had (oesterizer 10 speed). Might as well try the old one before buying a new one right?
I Put my ingredients in the blender, and in a puff of smoke I had a Wendy's frosty like fluff. I also have a blender in the trash. Because it burnt up after not using it for a few years. Guess I have an excuse to buy a new one.
I had mediocre results with my fluff until I splurged and bought a Ninja blender a week ago. It came with a food processor,a spiralizer, and a smaller sized individual cup attachment in addition to a really nice sized and sturdy blender pitcher. It made all of the difference! I’ve been using it for amazing protein fluff, coffee concoctions (hot and cold), frozen drinks, and cauliflower rice so far.
Yeah that's probably what I'll go with. That or the one crazyavr mentioned. My magic bullet doesn't perform as well as it used to either.2 -
Sallyw2004 wrote: »Crafty_camper123 wrote: »Well, I tried it the protien fluff! I busted out the blender I already had (oesterizer 10 speed). Might as well try the old one before buying a new one right?
I Put my ingredients in the blender, and in a puff of smoke I had a Wendy's frosty like fluff. I also have a blender in the trash. Because it burnt up after not using it for a few years. Guess I have an excuse to buy a new one.
I had mediocre results with my fluff until I splurged and bought a Ninja blender a week ago. It came with a food processor,a spiralizer, and a smaller sized individual cup attachment in addition to a really nice sized and sturdy blender pitcher. It made all of the difference! I’ve been using it for amazing protein fluff, coffee concoctions (hot and cold), frozen drinks, and cauliflower rice so far.
Which model did you get??
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MelanieCN77 wrote: »I've tried so many times to make the fluff and all I've ended up with is a pretty disgusting textured goop. I am thinking now it is my tools? I tried my Nutribullet (I accidentally bought the little one) and a stick blender and the texture both times was like lumpy snot. I have a hand mixer and a mini food processor also. I experiment then get stressed out about wasting the ingredients.Crafty_camper123 wrote: »The last time I tried to make protein fluff, it just turned into a smoothie. Still tasty, but not fluffy eat with a spoon texture. It was thick sip through a straw texture, lol. I used Simple Truth Vanilla Whey Protein Powder . And a magic bullet for my blender. I'm not sure if it was the blender, the powder or both, but it never "fluffed".
There is your problem. These are not powerfil blenders and before the ice is crushed they start melting it.
Get a decent food processor for best results or a high powered blender like Vitamix.
Ah, this might remain absent from my repertoire, in that case!
I will say I stripped back to the basics and tried to just thicken cashew milk with differing amounts of xanthan gum and never really got anywhere either. No effect and then immediately snot at 1/2-1 tsp per cup.1 -
I’m definitely loving my protein fluff! I had enough calories to add a broken up ice cream cone and my super fancy sprinkles5 -
My homemade high volume/ low cal cinnamon chocolate protein cake with blueberries and Greek yogurt
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@pinggolfer96, would you mind sharing your recipe? It looks good and I'm always looking for new treats to try!0
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If anyone is interested, as it pertains to fluff-making, smoothie making and the like:
I ended up with an Oster Pro 1200 with Smoothie Cup. They run around $60. And according to the review sites, they perform better and/or more reliably then the Ninja blender. I have not made fluff with this yet. But, I had the finsest textured green smoothie I've ever made before. No spinach bits, no ice chunks, no discernable bits of anything really. I haven't gotten around to fluff making just yet, but I think it will do the job. When in doubt, it pulverizes the ice so finely I can mix and pulverize and then whip it in the kitchen aid.
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kelly_c_77 wrote: »@pinggolfer96, would you mind sharing your recipe? It looks good and I'm always looking for new treats to try!
yes - please share thanks
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Sallyw2004 wrote: »
I’m definitely loving my protein fluff! I had enough calories to add a broken up ice cream cone and my super fancy sprinkles
That. Looks. Awesome.4 -
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kelly_c_77 wrote: »@pinggolfer96, would you mind sharing your recipe? It looks good and I'm always looking for new treats to try!kelly_c_77 wrote: »@pinggolfer96, would you mind sharing your recipe? It looks good and I'm always looking for new treats to try!
yes - please share thanks
Base: 200 grams of canned pumpkin, 1-1.5 scoops of your preferred protein (some work way better than others), 184 grams of egg whites, 1/2 teaspoon of xanthan gum(optional, baking soda, cream of tar tar(optional), cocoa powder, stevia, sea salt, cinnamon, vanilla or almond extract, blueberries.
Blend all ingredients or mix well, I blended to make it more “airy/ fluffy” with the egg whites. Bake in a round pan at 350 for 20-30 mins, but I’d check it every so often. It’s more of baking it to your preference. Pull out of oven and allow to cool a little or just slide it right onto a plate. Usually I’ll top it with halo top and make it a big protein pazookie, but this one I topped with a sweet Greek yogurt concoction, more blueberries, sugar free maple syrup and some sprinkled protein powder on top.
Macros/ cals for just the base (including berries) I believe were:
47P/ 30 carb/ negligible fat (2-3 grams). It’ll vary based on your protein powder and if you mix in berries or not...etc
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Great, thanks! I just need to grab a can of pumpkin!3
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