Chickpea Cookie Dough
An easy protein snack with tons of protein!  DF version optional! 

Single Serve

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup rinsed chickpeas

• 2 tbs Peanut Powder 

• 2 heaping tbs of THM Optimized Vanilla Whey

• 1 tsp vanilla
• 1/2 tsp maple extract
• 1 tbs stevia sweetened chocolate chips
• OPTIONAL: To make this a full meal level protein, add 1/2 cup cottage cheese.

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together in a mini chopper, except for chocolate chips 
2. EAT IT

Ninja Creami Protein Vanilla Kefir Ice Cream
An easy all purpose protein ice cream base for your Ninja Creami. About 30 gm of protein per serving.

This makes FIVE ninja creams containers.

Get the Creami here

Ingredients:

• 24 ounces home fermented low fat kefir (you can use store bought if home fermented is not an option) 

• 24 ounces vanilla unsweetened almond milk (plain is an option too)

• 2 cups of light cottage cheese

• 10 tbs of THM Optimized Vanilla Whey

• 5 tbs THM Gentle Sweet

• 1-2 TBS vanilla

Instructions:

1. Blend all ingredients together in a blender that can handle it, or split it in half.  Freeze into containers to fill line.  
2. Freeze 24 hours
3. Spin on light cream
4. Add 2 tbs kefir, almond milk or cream
5. Spin on Respin
6. Add mix ins of your choice and spin on Mix In.

Kefir Protein Chocolate Cake
An delicious protein dessert with tons of protein!  

Makes 3 servings

1/3 cup, Sprouted Wheat Flour

1 tsp, Vanilla extract

1/3 cup, Unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tsp, Baking soda

2 tbsp(s), Super Sweet Blend

1 1/2  cup, Plain low-fat kefir

4 Tbs Optimized Plant Protein

1/3 cup, Optimized Chocolate Whey Protein

1 tablespoon melted coconut oil

Combine all ingredients and pour into a parchment lined pan (8-10 inch pan works best)

Bake at 350 for 24 minutes or until knife comes out clean

Cool completely and cut into thirds.

Chocolate Covered Strawberry Frosting:

1/2 cup THM Optimized Strawberry Whey (or chocolate/vanilla if you preference)

1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese

1/4 cup low fat kefir

2-3 Tbs Optimized Plant Protein

1 1/2 tbs cocoa powder

1/2 cup, Strawberries (for topping cake)

Blend all ingredients well in a small chopper until smooth.  Start with 2 tbs of plant protein.  You want a nice thick frosting, so add another TBS if necessary. 

Once cake is cool, spread frosting between layers.  Top with frosting and fresh strawberries (if desired). 

Makes 3 hearty slices of cake. 

35 grams of protein per serving!

Mango Crumble

Makes 3 Servings

Trim Healthy Friendly E
Delish, crisp and satisfying!

Ingredients:

• 2 mangos, diced

• 2 TBS Brown Swerve

• 1 tsp lemon juice

• 2 TBS  Honey
• 0.25 cup, Sprouted Wheat Flour (or sprouted spelt)
• 0.50 cup rolled oats (dry)
• 1 tbsp Psyllium husk

Instructions:

1. Combine diced mango, brown swerve and lemon juice and layer in the bottom of 3 ramekins

2. In another bowl combine the remaining ingredients.  

3. Divide the topping equally between three portions

4. Bake at 400 for 15 minutes or until top is golden brown and crisp

5. Serve with a Trim Healthy friendly vanilla ice cream!

Pan Fried Dumplings
This is SUCH a savory and delicious low fat, healthy carb recipe!  This is a THM friendly E meal.

Single Serve

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Ingredients:

• 1 bag of shredded angel hair coleslaw
• 6 brown rice paper wrappers
• 3 ounces lean turkey
• Sage
• thyme
• garlic
• ginger
• onion powder
• garlic powder
• Bragg’s Amino Acids
• Rice Wine Vinegar
• Fresh ginger (optional)
• Cooking Spray

In a skillet brown 3 ounces of turkey seasoned with garlic powder, onion powder, a few fennel seeds, a little thyme and sage (season to your liking - I just went light. Seasoning is optional). One cooked, add 2 large handfuls of shredded cabbage, 2 tbs Bragg’s, and season with as much garlic, ginger, and onion powder as you like. Cook until just wilted. If necessary, to keep from sticking, you can add some chicken broth to the pan.

Add water to one dinner plate, and have one clean dinner plate. Dip your rice paper wrapper 3-5 seconds per side and then let rest on the clean plate for 30 seconds until nice and soft. Put 2-3 tbs of filling in the wrapper. Fold the sides in and then the ends until you have a tight, approximately 2” square. Set aside and complete the other 5.

Spray a non stick pan well, get it really hot and pan fry your dumplings until crispy on each side. 3-4 minutes should do it.

To make the sauce, use 2-3 tbs Bragg’s Aminos, 1 tbs rice wine vinegar, a sprinkle or two of ginger and as much red pepper flakes as you like. Dip your dumplings and enjoy!

🔥 Peaches and Cream Protein Bowl
SUCH an easy breakfast! 

Ingredients:

• 1 peach, sliced

• 2 tbs brown swerve

• 1/2 cup cottage cheese

• 1/4 cup high protein 0% fat Greek yogurt

• 2 TBS Optimized Vanilla Whey

•  

  Garnish amount of your favorite nuts (I used pistachios) 

Instructions:

1. Warm sliced peaches and swerve through until swerve is melty and peaches are warm.

2. Blend remaining ingredients.

3. Pour in bowl after blending. Top with peaches and a small sprinkle of nuts.

4. Scream out "DEEEELISH!".

    

🔥 Red Pepper Hash Recipe
A flavorful, simple side that’s big on taste but light on fuss!

Ingredients:

• 2 small Yukon Gold potatoes, diced small

• 1 red bell pepper, chopped

• Garlic powder, onion powder, oregano (to taste)

• Smoked paprika & red pepper flakes (to taste)

• Cooking spray

• Water (as needed)

• Parmesan cheese (just a sprinkle)

Instructions:

1. Season & Soften: Toss diced potatoes with garlic powder, onion powder, and oregano. Microwave for 6 minutes until tender.

2. Sauté & Sizzle: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add cooking spray and the softened potatoes. Add chopped red bell pepper.

3. Spice it Up: Sprinkle in smoked paprika and red pepper flakes. Add a splash of water as needed to prevent sticking.

4. Brown to Perfection: Cook until the edges are golden and crispy.

5. Finish with Flavor: Sprinkle with a touch of Parmesan and serve hot!

✨Great on its own or paired with eggs, lean protein, or in a breakfast bowl!