#LowSugarRecipes – Bariatric Living

If you grew up loving Fluffer Nutter sandwiches or peanut butter and banana sandwiches, this recipe is going to bring back some memories.

I wanted to create a protein coffee that tasted indulgent while still fitting into a bariatric-friendly lifestyle. The result is my High Protein Caramel Banana Fluffer Nutter Iced Coffee—a creamy blend of coffee, banana, peanut butter, marshmallow, and caramel flavors with a protein boost.

This drink feels like something you’d order from a specialty coffee shop, but it’s easy to make at home and can help you meet your daily protein goals.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

High in protein
Lower in sugar than traditional coffeehouse drinks
Quick and easy to make
Bariatric lifestyle friendly
Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up

Ingredients

8 oz brewed coffee
1 Monster Alani Protein Shake (or your favorite protein shake)
1 banana
2 tablespoons natural peanut butter, divided
Skinny Mixes Caramel Sauce
Skinny Mixes Marshmallow Sauce
Skinny Mixes Salted Caramel Syrup
Ice

Instructions

Brew your coffee and allow it to cool.
Blend the protein shake, banana, and 1 tablespoon peanut butter until smooth and creamy.
Melt the remaining tablespoon of peanut butter.
Drizzle melted peanut butter, caramel sauce, and marshmallow sauce around the inside of your glass.
Fill the glass with ice.
Add a drizzle of salted caramel syrup.
Pour the blended protein mixture into the glass.
Top with brewed coffee.
Stir and enjoy!

Tips

Freeze your banana beforehand for an extra thick, frosty texture.
Use decaf coffee if you’re sensitive to caffeine.
Adjust the amount of syrup and sauce to fit your sweetness preferences.
Try different protein shake flavors for a fun twist.

Final Thoughts

One of the biggest challenges after bariatric surgery can be finding enjoyable ways to prioritize protein. This recipe proves you don’t have to sacrifice flavor to stay on track.

If you make this High Protein Caramel Banana Fluffer Nutter Iced Coffee, I’d love to hear what you think. Leave a comment on my YouTube video or tag me on social media and share your creation!

Happy sipping!

— Lisa
Bariatric Living with Lisa

If you love classic comfort desserts but want a lower-sugar option, this Sugar-Free Apple Cranberry Dump Cake is a must-try. It’s simple, flavorful, and perfect for anyone following a bariatric or low-sugar lifestyle.

This recipe combines tender apples, tart cranberries, warm spices, and a buttery cake topping—all without traditional sugar. It’s one of those desserts that no one will believe is sugar-free.

Ingredients

5 apples, cubed
12 oz fresh cranberries
3 tablespoons butter
½ cup Splenda
⅛ cup Jordan’s Caramel Skinny Syrup
⅛ cup Jordan’s Brown Sugar Cinnamon Skinny Syrup
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Pillsbury Zero Sugar Yellow Cake Mix
16–20 pats of butter

Instructions

Sauté apples and cranberries in a skillet with butter, Splenda, and both Skinny Syrups until tender.
Mix cornstarch and water to form a slurry and stir into the fruit mixture until thickened.
Transfer fruit filling to a 9×13 baking dish.
Evenly spread the zero-sugar cake mix over the fruit.
Top with butter pats.
Bake at 325°F for 30–40 minutes, until golden and bubbly.

One of my favorite ways to add flavor without added sugar is by using Jordan’s Skinny Syrups. The caramel and brown sugar cinnamon flavors give this dump cake that classic holiday taste without the sugar spike.

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Final Thoughts

This sugar-free dump cake is proof that you don’t have to give up dessert to stay on track. It’s warm, comforting, and perfect for holidays or anytime cravings hit.