After intense workouts or long endurance sessions, I don’t have much of an appetite, but I know I need to consume adequate energy—from protein and carbs— to help me recover. That’s where this smoothie helps. This creamy and chocolatey giant is as much fun to make as it is to consume.
THE HEAVYWEIGHT
Makes: 1 serving
Serving size: 1 smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: none
INGREDIENTS
2 tbsp all-natural peanut butter
1⁄2 cup quick or old-fashioned oats
11⁄2 scoops chocolate protein
1 tbsp pure cocoa powder
1 cup 2% reduced-fat milk
DIRECTIONS
1 In a blender on high speed, blend all the ingredients and as many ice cubes as desired for 30 seconds to 1 minute.
2 Pour the mixture into a chilled glass and serve immediately.
PREP TIP
You can cut this recipe in half or in thirds if your energy needs aren’t significant or if you’ve not had an active day.
NUTRITION FACTS
per serving
600
27g
52g
47g