Whey protein is rapidly becoming accepted, as one of the fastest and easiest ways to boost protein intake. Known to support people’s nutritional needs when exercising, it’s usually consumed as a simple drink.
The downside however is, this powder created from the watery part of cow’s milk, can quickly become bland, boring and repetitive. Protein recipes often call for a variety of whey flavours, which can end up being costly and inconvenient. Finding ways to make lots of different snacks out of just one flavour is a challenge . What many people do not realise is, that with a touch of adventure whey lends itself to a multitude of recipes and can be used for much more than just a milkshake after the gym.
Vanilla protein latte
Start your day with a chilled wakeup call, that’s high in protein.
Ingredients
1 scoop of vanilla whey
1 cup of cold coffee
1 handful of ice
Either a splash of water or milk
Method
Add all the ingredients to a blender and simply blend until smooth for a delicious and refreshing latte.
Protein mug cake
If you are looking for a delicious dessert, look no further than this chocolate lovers’ treat
Ingredients
1 scoop of whey
1/2 tsp. baking powder
4 tsp. cocoa powder
1 egg
Splash of milk (to loosen mixture)
Method
Put all ingredients into a mug and stir until combined. Place the mug in a microwave and heat on high for 50-60 seconds.
It will rise rapidly and is best eaten while still slightly gooey
Protein pancakes
Doubles up as a breakfast or dessert, stack them high and drizzle with honey!
Ingredients
1 scoop of vanilla whey
1 egg
1 heaped tablespoon of ground almonds
50ml of water or milk. Or use sparkling water to make the pancakes even lighter
Method
Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and whisk until smooth.
Heat a non-stick pan or use a little coconut oil.
Pour in the batter in spoonfuls to form round pancakes. Cook for 1 - 2 minutes until bubbles form and then turn. Serve with yoghurt.
Vanilla and cinnamon overnight oats
Once you’ve tried this no-cook breakfast, you won’t ever want cooked porridge again
Ingredients
1 scoop of vanilla whey
1 cup of oats
200ml either almond or cow’s milk
1 tsp. cinnamon
Method
Combine all ingredients except the whey, preferably in a glass jar, and shake vigorously. Place in the fridge and leave overnight. The following morning add the whey and stir until combined, serve for breakfast.
Vanilla and coconut protein power balls
These high protein balls are packed full of energy. Store for weeks in the fridge and enjoy these snacks when energy levels are in need of a boost
Ingredients
1 scoop of vanilla whey
1 cup of stoned dates
1 cup of walnuts
3 tbsp. of desiccated coconut
Method
Place walnuts, whey and dates into a food processor and pulse until the ingredients mix; you are not looking for it to be smooth, just combined.
Lucy Doyle is an international nutritional coach and the founder of >Lean with Lucy an online support network for both men and women.
