Holiday Peppermint Smoothies Day #8

Need to lose that Christmas weight? auuugh!!! those few extra pounds? blaaaah

Here are some delicious Holiday protein peppermint smoothie recipes I found and tried.

hey!! did you know? Peppermint can reduce headaches and help you feel rejuvenated?

1 Corinthians 10:31 says "So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God"!!!!!

Candy Cane Smoothie

11/2 cups (375 mL) skim milk
1 scoop of vanilla Protein Powder
11/2 cups (375 mL) low-fat vanilla yogurt
11/2 cups (375 mL) ice cubes
5 peppermint leaves, torn
1 Tbsp (15 mL) ground cinnamon
A few drops peppermint extract

Blend all ingredients and serve in cups garnished with a pretty rim of crushed candy cane.

Serves four.

Per serving: 214 calories, 32 g protein, 1 g fat (1 g saturated fat), 19 g carbohydrates, 1 g fibre, 6 mg cholesterol, 99 mg sodium

Chocolate Peppermint Smoothie

1 scoop of Chocolate Protein Powder
1 tbsp Cocoa Powder
2 tbsp Non Fat Greek Yogurt
¼ tsp Pure Peppermint Extract
8 oz of Water
2 to 3 Ice Cubes
1 tbsp of Sugar Free Chocolate Chips

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass, sprinkle cocoa powder and garnish with a sprig of fresh mint.

Calories: 242, Protein 32 g, Fat 7 g, Carbs 19 g

i tried this before my dance class. i was totally pumped!

It's kinda hard to get re-motivated after the holidays huh? but let's give it a try. Enjoy!

 

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