Holiday Protein Shakes

With the return of Winter and colder weather, I find myself longing for a mug of hot chocolate or a nice steaming cup of coffee….the idea of a fruity smoothie or cold beverage is far from my mind.

I recently came across a container of Dr. Mercola’s Miracle Whey Protein Powder while organizing my kitchen cabinets, and I had an idea – what about holiday flavored protein beverages?

With a little research and a few failed attempts, I tweaked a couple of protein shake recipes found online. I hope you find them as delicious as I did!

Eggnog Protein Shake
(Minus the Egg)
Adapted From: Ellipse Fitness

1/2 cup Greek yogurt – do not add extra, the Greek Yogurt taste will overpower the taste of the smoothie
1/2 cup almond milk
1 tbsp. stevia (or sweetener of choice)
1 scoop Dr. Mercola Miracle Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla
1/2 tsp Nutmeg
1/2 tsp Cinnamon
1/2 tsp Vanilla
1/8 cup water (add more if it needs thinning out)
8 to 10 ice cubes

Add all ingredients except ice to the blender.
Once ingredients are well mixed, add ice.
Serve and enjoy! This recipe makes enough for one person.

(You knew this next one was coming, didn’t you…)

Candy Cane Peppermint Bark Shake
Adapted From: Young Married Chic

1/2 cup Greek Yogurt – do not add extra, the Greek Yogurt taste will overpower the taste of the smoothie
1 scoop Dr. Mercola Miracle Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla
1/8 tsp of peppermint extract, to taste (may add additional 1/8 tsp if you want more of a peppermint taste, but be careful…it’s strong!)
1 tbsp. honey, stevia, or sweetener of choice
1/2 candy cane, crushed
1/2 tsp Vanilla
1/4 cup Coconut Milk
1/2 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder (optional)
1/4 cup water (add more if it needs thinning out)
8-10  ice cubes

Add all ingredients except ice to the blender.
Once ingredients are well mixed, add ice.
Garnish with candy cane pieces.
Serve and enjoy! This recipe makes enough for one person.

Recently, I was given the opportunity to test and review Vanilla Whey Protein Powder by Dr. Mercola.

I found the taste of Dr. Mercola’s protein powder to be smooth and not overpowering. It added such great flavor to the above beverages, I can’t wait to add it to my smoothies in the Spring!  I would like to thank Dr. Mercola for their generosity. :0)

Check out Dr. Mercola’s Miracle Whey Protein Powder and their other productions here:

• Website
• Facebook
• Twitter

Disclaimer: I was given a container of Dr. Mercola’s Miracle Whey Protein Powder at no charge to me. No additional compensation was received on my part. All opinions are my own.

What’s your favorite holiday beverage? Do you have a favorite protein powder?