Tag: #proteinshake

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Protein Smoothie

Lisa Kidd

Apple pie in a glass! 🍎🥧

If you’re craving the warm, cozy flavors of fall but want something quick, easy, and packed with protein, this Salted Caramel Apple Pie Protein Smoothie is the perfect treat.

This smoothie combines creamy vanilla, applesauce, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, brown sugar cinnamon, and salted caramel flavors to create something that tastes remarkably like a slice of apple pie.

And there’s no pie crust required! 😉

Even better, this smoothie contains 45 grams of protein, making it a delicious way to add more protein to your day.

🍎 Ingredients

  • 8 cubes of ice
  • 1 vanilla protein shake
  • ½ cup low-sugar applesauce
  • 5.3 oz Oikos Triple Zero Vanilla Greek Yogurt
  • A drizzle of Salted Caramel Skinny Syrup
  • A drizzle of Brown Sugar Cinnamon Skinny Syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
  • ¼ teaspoon allspice
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • Salted Caramel Salt

🥤 How to Make It

Add the ice, vanilla protein shake, applesauce, Greek yogurt, Salted Caramel Skinny Syrup, Brown Sugar Cinnamon Skinny Syrup, nutmeg, allspice, and cinnamon to your blender.

Blend everything together until smooth.

Pour into your favorite glass or jar and finish it with a sprinkle of Salted Caramel Salt.

That’s it!

🍎 The Result?

Apple pie in a glass!

The apple and cinnamon flavors give this smoothie that classic apple-pie taste, while the salted caramel adds an extra layer of sweetness and richness.

And with 45 grams of protein, this isn’t just a delicious fall-inspired drink—it’s a protein-packed addition to your day.

🍂 Perfect for Fall

I absolutely love taking classic comfort-food flavors and turning them into bariatric-friendly options that fit the way I eat.

This smoothie would make a great breakfast, snack, or afternoon treat when you’re craving something sweet.

And honestly, if you love apple pie, you need to try this one! 🍎🥧❤️

📺 Watch the Recipe

Come join me in the kitchen on Bariatric Living with Lisa as I make this delicious Salted Caramel Apple Pie Protein Smoothie!

I hope you’ll subscribe and follow along for more high-protein, low-carb and sugar-free recipes, food ideas, and real-life bariatric living.

What’s your favorite fall flavor—APPLE PIE or PUMPKIN? 🍎🎃

High Protein Dalgona Coffee (30g Protein)

Lisa Kidd

If you’ve never tried Dalgona coffee before, you’re in for a treat! This viral whipped coffee is incredibly creamy and delicious, and I’ve given it a bariatric-friendly makeover by pairing it with a 30-gram vanilla protein shake.

The result is a rich, coffeehouse-style drink that’s low in sugar, packed with protein, and surprisingly easy to make at home.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • 30 grams of protein
  • Bariatric-friendly
  • Low in sugar
  • Rich and creamy texture
  • Easy to make in just a few minutes
  • Feels like a gourmet coffee shop drink

Ingredients

Whipped Coffee

  • 2 Tablespoons instant coffee (I used Decaf Nescafé Gold Espresso)
  • 1 Tablespoon Splenda
  • 1 Tablespoon Vanilla Caramel Crème Skinny Syrup
  • 2 Tablespoons very hot water

Coffee Base

  • Ice
  • Skinny Mixes Sugar-Free Caramel Sauce
  • Skinny Mixes Sugar-Free Marshmallow Sauce
  • One 30-gram vanilla protein shake

Instructions

  1. Add the instant coffee, Splenda, skinny syrup, and hot water to a small bowl or glass.
  2. Using a handheld frother, whip the mixture until it becomes thick, fluffy, and several times its original volume.
  3. Drizzle the inside of a serving glass with sugar-free caramel and marshmallow sauces.
  4. Fill the glass with ice.
  5. Pour in your vanilla protein shake.
  6. Spoon the whipped coffee over the top.
  7. Stir everything together before drinking and enjoy!

My Thoughts

This drink honestly tastes like dessert in a glass. The fluffy coffee melts into the creamy protein shake, creating a smooth, velvety texture with just the right amount of sweetness. The caramel and marshmallow drizzle take it to another level and make it feel like a specialty coffeehouse drink without all the sugar.

If you’re looking for new ways to enjoy your daily protein, this recipe is a fun and delicious option.

If you make this recipe, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment on the YouTube video and let me know your favorite sugar-free syrup combinations.

Happy sipping!

— Lisa

Protein Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Smoothie (37g Protein)

Lisa Kidd

If you’re looking for a quick, delicious, and protein-packed smoothie, this Strawberry Banana Cheesecake Protein Smoothie is a must try!

It tastes just like a creamy slice of cheesecake but is designed to help you stay on track with your protein goals. This recipe is perfect for a bariatric lifestyle, especially on busy mornings when you need something fast and filling.

One of the things I love most about this smoothie is how simple it is. Everything goes right into the blender and within minutes you have a sweet, creamy drink that tastes like dessert but gives your body the protein it needs.

Even better — this smoothie packs 37 grams of protein, making it a great option for breakfast, a snack, or anytime you need a protein boost.

Ingredients

4 oz frozen strawberries
2 oz banana
3 oz vanilla Greek yogurt

A splash of Jordan’s Cherry Skinny Syrup
1 Tablespoon sugar-free cheesecake pudding mix
1 vanilla protein shake (I used Member’s Mark Vanilla Protein Shake)

Optional topping:
White Chocolate Cold Foam

Instructions

Add the frozen strawberries, banana, vanilla Greek yogurt, sugar-free cheesecake pudding mix, Jordan’s Cherry Skinny Syrup, and vanilla protein shake to a blender.

Blend until smooth and creamy.

Pour into a glass and top with white chocolate cold foam if desired.

Enjoy!

Why This Smoothie Is Great for Bariatric Living

After bariatric surgery, getting enough protein each day is incredibly important. Smoothies like this make it easy to stay on track while still enjoying something that tastes amazing.

This recipe is:

✔ High protein
✔ Quick and easy
✔ Bariatric friendly
✔ Perfect for on-the-go

If you enjoy simple recipes like this, be sure to check out more recipes on Bariatric Living with Lisa where I share easy ways to make bariatric living delicious and sustainable.