Okay, I bought Vanilla Protein powder... Now what?????

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  • LesaDave
    LesaDave Posts: 1,480 Member
    Well, I use Herbalife. I think I had about 60-70 recipes when I first started. And I think we get ooooo...maybe about 10-12 new recipes every month. Peanut butter cup to cake batter to grape tootsie roll to raspberry fluff to egg nog to...whatever flavor. But I don't know how to change from Herbalife to a protein powder bought off the shelf. But I dont think I could have done it if I didn't have variety.
  • XtyAnn17
    XtyAnn17 Posts: 632 Member
    cake batter protein shake!

    Yes I second this yummmm
  • ExplorinLauren
    ExplorinLauren Posts: 991 Member
    Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake
    1 scoop vanilla protein powder
    1 frozen banana
    1 tbs PB2
    1/2 cup milk
    4-6 ice cubes

    Those are my favorite protein shakes at the moment! I also use vanilla protein powder to make homemade protein bars and muffins.

    This sounds amazing!! I LOVE PB2... How do you mix it in "homemade bars and muffins" ??
  • Spanaval
    Spanaval Posts: 1,200 Member
    The key, IMO is to mix in something with a strong enough flavor that would mask the "vanilla" flavor. Banana, mango and pineapple work really well. Then you can add in other stuff that works as well, like strawberries. I always add Greek yogurt to mine, but no more than 1/3 - 1/4 cup per cup of almond milk.
  • jpfrimmer
    jpfrimmer Posts: 134
    Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake
    1 scoop vanilla protein powder
    1 frozen banana
    1 tbs PB2
    1/2 cup milk
    4-6 ice cubes

    Those are my favorite protein shakes at the moment! I also use vanilla protein powder to make homemade protein bars and muffins.

    This sounds amazing!! I LOVE PB2... How do you mix it in "homemade bars and muffins" ??

    That shake is awesome!

    Google Jaime Eason's protein bar recipes. She has a lot of good ones, my favorite is her cinnamon swirl protein bars (my husband thinks they taste like his mom's homemade coffee cake) and the chocolate protein bars. Here are a few others that I like:

    Banana Chocolate Protein Muffins
    Ingredients:
    •1 Cup oatmeal (not instant)
    •2 scoops of chocolate protein
    •2 egg whites
    •1 banana
    •1 TBSP of unsweetened applesauce
    •1 tsp of baking powder

    Directions:
    1.Preheat oven @ 350F
    2.Mix -Everything goes into 1 bowl.
    3.Fill each muffin tin halfway up
    4.Bake for about 10-12 minutes


    Banana Bread Protein Muffins
    3/4 cup Ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
    3/4 cup Egg whites
    1/2 cup Plain low fat greek yogurt (I used plain Chobani yogurt)
    3/4 cup Oats (use gluten free if sensitive to gluten)
    2 scoops Vanilla protein powder (I used Designer Whey™, or you could use any flavor you would like!)
    12-14 packets Stevia (or 1/2 cup sweetener of choice)
    1 tsp Baking powder
    1 tsp Baking soda
    1/2 tsp Cinnamon

    Put all ingredients into a food processor or blender until smooth. Fill 12 muffin tins and bake at 350 for 15-17 minutes.

    There are a lot more ideas on the forums here and on pinterest!
  • ablondesdiylife
    ablondesdiylife Posts: 2
    The Girls from Tone It Up have a ton of great recipes for vanilla protein powder on their site! Including pancakes, muffins, cookies and ice cream! Of course they also have tons a good looking smoothie recipes as well! I've never tried any of them ( I've just recently purchased protein powder and have yet to make anything with it) but the response from people who have is always good!
  • EndlessSacrifice
    EndlessSacrifice Posts: 325
    You could make a peanut butter banana protein shake. In a Magic Bullet or a blender, blend one banana, two tablespoons of peanut butter, a tablespoon of honey, a scoop of vanilla protein powder, and a cup of the milk of your choice. Enjoy.
  • geekyjock76
    geekyjock76 Posts: 2,720 Member
    Vanilla is a very difficult flavor for companies to get right. TruNutrition Sciences Vanilla lines (ISO-ology and Trutein) and Iforce Protean Vanilla Cupcake Batter are probably the two best tasting vanilla powders I've tried.
  • Alexstrasza
    Alexstrasza Posts: 619 Member
    dashingdish.com

    There is a section for protein shakes. Try the Samoa one. I'm drinking one right now and my god it's so good.
  • Heather_Rider
    Heather_Rider Posts: 1,159 Member
    cake batter protein shake!

    Yes I second this yummmm

    That is EXACTLY what thbody by vi shakes taste like!!!
  • banstett
    banstett Posts: 95
    Dashing Dish has a ton of protein recipes! They are all good!!
  • vanb0052
    vanb0052 Posts: 50 Member
    bump
  • allynady
    allynady Posts: 59 Member
    Bump
  • ExplorinLauren
    ExplorinLauren Posts: 991 Member
    Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake
    1 scoop vanilla protein powder
    1 frozen banana
    1 tbs PB2
    1/2 cup milk
    4-6 ice cubes

    Those are my favorite protein shakes at the moment! I also use vanilla protein powder to make homemade protein bars and muffins.

    This sounds amazing!! I LOVE PB2... How do you mix it in "homemade bars and muffins" ??

    That shake is awesome!

    Google Jaime Eason's protein bar recipes. She has a lot of good ones, my favorite is her cinnamon swirl protein bars (my husband thinks they taste like his mom's homemade coffee cake) and the chocolate protein bars. Here are a few others that I like:

    Banana Chocolate Protein Muffins
    Ingredients:
    •1 Cup oatmeal (not instant)
    •2 scoops of chocolate protein
    •2 egg whites
    •1 banana
    •1 TBSP of unsweetened applesauce
    •1 tsp of baking powder

    Directions:
    1.Preheat oven @ 350F
    2.Mix -Everything goes into 1 bowl.
    3.Fill each muffin tin halfway up
    4.Bake for about 10-12 minutes


    Banana Bread Protein Muffins
    3/4 cup Ripe banana (about 1 large banana)
    3/4 cup Egg whites
    1/2 cup Plain low fat greek yogurt (I used plain Chobani yogurt)
    3/4 cup Oats (use gluten free if sensitive to gluten)
    2 scoops Vanilla protein powder (I used Designer Whey™, or you could use any flavor you would like!)
    12-14 packets Stevia (or 1/2 cup sweetener of choice)
    1 tsp Baking powder
    1 tsp Baking soda
    1/2 tsp Cinnamon

    Put all ingredients into a food processor or blender until smooth. Fill 12 muffin tins and bake at 350 for 15-17 minutes.

    There are a lot more ideas on the forums here and on pinterest!

    Thank you!
  • ExplorinLauren
    ExplorinLauren Posts: 991 Member
    dashingdish.com

    There is a section for protein shakes. Try the Samoa one. I'm drinking one right now and my god it's so good.

    Checking it out right now :) Thanks!
  • wish21
    wish21 Posts: 602 Member
    Bump
  • Cathy7794
    Cathy7794 Posts: 223 Member
    Gotta try some of these...
  • dsak
    dsak Posts: 367 Member
    Bump... I need these recipes!
  • CoronerKris
    CoronerKris Posts: 57 Member
    My daily protien shake

    1 scoop jay robb vanilla whey powder
    1 banana
    1 tbsp psyllium husk
    1 tsp flax seed
    couple ice cubes
    6 oz water
    cup of raspberries and blueberries...sometimes use blackberries
  • MFPBrandy
    MFPBrandy Posts: 564 Member
    There are some truly nasty vanilla favors out there. If you already are used to the taste of Greek yogurt, then it's probably the powder you chose. You can cover a lot up with spices -- cinnamon and nutmeg are a good combo. A chai spic blend is also delicious. I usually use a little cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and cardamom.
  • carinnaj
    carinnaj Posts: 149
    bump to check out the recipes later :)
  • XtyAnn17
    XtyAnn17 Posts: 632 Member
    Also check this link out

    http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/658376-what-s-your-protein-nutritional-shake-recipe
  • LauraZ0928
    LauraZ0928 Posts: 2
    I eat 1 cup quick oats oatmeal with fresh blueberries, cinnamon, splenda, and 1/2 scoop vanilla muscle milk protein powder. I feel this is a good meal to add protein to my oatmeal which is carb dense.
  • deberney
    deberney Posts: 1
    My recipe for vanilla protein whey powder shake is good with 373 calories. High protein, potassium, calcium.
    1 cup vanilla yogurt
    1 cup plain soy milk
    1 banana
    1 scoop protein powder
    1 cup ice

    I tried plain yogurt, blackberries and wheatgerm this morning and had to add some stevia sweetner.
  • LaceyCwell
    LaceyCwell Posts: 45
    I love making my morning breakfast smoothies with vanilla protein powder!
    2 Scoops Vanilla protein powder
    8 ounces Water
    1 Banana
    1/2 cup frozen strawberries
    1/4 cup blackberries

    Blend it all up and enjoy :)
  • crigsha
    crigsha Posts: 15
    I get all unflavoured stuff, and mix it with squash or Fruit Juice. I never user milk as no need to as I eat meals with all my shakes.
  • Tat2dDom624
    Tat2dDom624 Posts: 1,226 Member
    I use Muscle Tech Hardcore Pro Series Cookies N Cream with skim milk. It tastes good!
  • theycallmebubba
    theycallmebubba Posts: 15
    I like anything but vanilla. I don't think that's a problem. I buy strawberry. I buy chocolate. I buy double chocolate. I buy peanut butter. I just don't buy vanilla. I don't like it and that's fine by me. I shouldn't have to doctor it up to keep it down.
  • butterflylover527
    butterflylover527 Posts: 940 Member
    I like to add a scoop to my smoothies, it gives it some extra sweetness :)
  • Sharyn913
    Sharyn913 Posts: 777 Member
    I use MOMs Organic Market "Show Me The Whey" and the taste is so light, you don't even realize it has protein powder.

    Here are a few I have made this week:

    Banana Pudding Shake
    1.5 scoop protein powder (PP)
    8oz Almond Milk
    1 small banana
    1 tablespoon of jello instant pudding banana flavor sugar free
    5 Vanilla Wafers

    Butterfinger Shake
    1 scoop PP
    8oz Almond Milk
    1 tablespoon of peanut butter
    1 tablespoon of jello instant pudding chocolate flavoring sugar free
    1 tablespoon of jello instant pudding butterscotch flavoring sugar free

    Pina Colada
    1.5 scoop PP
    1 11.2oz Naked Coconut Water
    1/2 - 1 cup of chopped pinapples with juice
    2 tablespoons of shredded coconut

    Enjoy!

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