WARNING

This post will ruin your Starbucks experience

I find myself in a dilemma every morning when I wake up. A mental battle of coffee verses protein shakes break out as I walk to the kitchen. The caffeine of coffee is so enticing as I know the full day I have ahead of me at work. However, my mind knows that a protein shake will keep me full and curb my appetite for the day.

It never fails that I end up with coffee in my hand… my addiction to caffeine is just too strong to kick, especially Starbucks. Those 5am wake up calls send me rushing towards the nearest Starbucks.

The dilemma between coffee and protein shakes recently took a sudden halt in my life when I was introduced to CLICK, powdered espresso protein drink. Equivalent to two espresso shots, CLICK espresso protein powder has solved my morning debate! CLICK espresso protein drinks contain only 120 calories and a loaded 15 grams of protein and 23 essential vitamins and minerals.

CLICK espresso protein powder is perfect of weight management to aid in curbing your appetite and stopping sugar cravings with high protein and low sugar content, all while providing all-natural energy through the double shot espresso

I can now have my coffee in one amazing tasting shake without feeling guilty!

The taste of CLICK espresso protein drinks is seriously better than any Starbucks drink- and this is coming from someone who has to have their Starbucks every morning before going to work. I haven’t even stepped foot in a Starbucks since trying CLICK espresso protein powder. The two flavors of Vanilla and Mocha Lattes are loaded with flavor that you can’t even tell that it is a protein drink. The CLICK Mocha Latte Protein Powder is by far my favorite because it reminds of a Mocha Frappacino from Starbucks but without all the unnecessary empty calories and sugar.

CLICK espresso protein powder is that you can make it in a variety of ways. As summer is approaching, I have found myself enjoying my CLICK shake blended with almond milk and ice or simply shaken with water and ice. However you can also make your CLICK espresso protein drink hot for those cooler days of when you are unwinding before bed. CLICK offers a variety of recipes  however my favorite so far has been what I have names the CLICK Cocomo.

The CLICK Cocomo

Ingredients:

2 Scoops CLICK MOCHA LATTE

1 Cup Almond Milk

1 Tbsp Sugar Free Coconut Syrup

5 Ice Cubes

Directions:

1.) Simply blend and enjoy!

The best part of CLICK espresso protein powder is that it is cost efficient. My paychecks use to go straight into Starbucks with my 4-5 dollar lattes. However, CLICK has saved my tons of money with their low costing canisters of only $26.99… that’s only $1.92 per drink! You really can’t beat having your protein and coffee in one drink for less than $2!

I am sure that you are dying to try CLICK after I have bragged so much about my CLICK experience. Today is your lucky day because SheFit is giving away CLICK espresso protein powder to one reader. Below are the entry requirements for your opportunity to try CLICK espresso protein powder for free!

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I warned you that you would be seeing more protein ball recipes around here.

The one thing that I love about protein balls are that they only take a few minutes to make and you don’t have to set the timer to take them out of the oven. You just mix, roll, and throw them in the freezer.

Protein Balls have been come a staple in my house for pre-gym and post-gym workouts as well as on-the-go snacks. A fast grab from the freezer and I am off and on my way to wherever I am going. These nutrient dense balls of protein lead to a happy and satisfied stomach to hold me over till dinner.

The Cinnamon Raisin Protein Balls didn’t last too long in my house so I jumped on the chance to play around with a few different protein ball recipe ideas and came up with the Double Chocolate Protein Ball- more protein and less calories! Who could ask for me?!?!

Double Chocolate Protein Balls

Ingredients:

1 Tbsp Peanut Butter

1 Tbsp Non-Fat Greek Yogurt

1 Tsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder

1 Scoop Chocolate Protein Powder

1 Dash Stevia

1-2 Tsp Water (Dependent on your Protein Powder)

Shredded Coconut (OPTIONAL, yet so good)

Directions:

1.) Mix together all ingredients

2.) Scoop approximately 1 Tbsp of protein powder mix and roll into 5 individual sized balls

3.) OPTIONAL- Roll protein balls in a small bowl of shredded coconut

4.) Place Double Chocolate Protein Balls in freezer for approximately 30 minutes

Double Chocoalte Protein Ball Nutrition Facts

Makes Approximately 5 Bars

Serving Size: 1 Protein Ball

Calories: 47      Fats: 2 g       Carbs: 1 g       Fiber: 0.3 g      Protein: 6.4 g

Weight Watchers PointsPlus: 1 Pt

Did you know that protein can actually reduce your appetite and hunger?

Research studies have found that women who ate a diet high in protein actually ate less calories then those who ate a diet high in carbohydrates. One study found that those who amped up their protein intake resulted in a reduction of their calorie intake by 400 calories per day!

So why aren’t we packing our diets high in protein?

Packing protein into meals can be a little difficult for some people, but reaching for high protein snacks can be even more difficult when chips and fruit snacks are within reach. It takes planning and self-awareness of what you are putting into your mouth when attempting to increase your protein intake. However, with the right foods and recipes on hand you can easily meet your protein requirements and more. Here is one simple and easy recipe that is loaded with protein and great for breakfast or an on-the-go snack.

Cinnamon Raisin Protein Ball Recipe

Ingredients:

2 Tbsp Peanut Butter

1 Scoop Vanilla Protein Powder

1 Tsp Cinnamon

2 Tbsp Raisins

Dash of Water

Dash of Stevia (Or Any Sweetener of Choice)

Directions:

1.) Mix together all ingredients

3.) Scoop 1 tbsp of mixture out of bowl and roll into a ball to make 5 small Protein Balls

4.) Place in freezer for 30 minutes

Cinnamon Raisin Protein Ball Nutrition Facts

Makes Approximately 5 Bars

Serving Size: 1 Protein Ball

Calories: 75      Fats: 3.6 g       Carbs: 5.7 g       Fiber: 1.3 g      Protein: 6.4 g

 Weight Watchers PointsPlus: 2 Pt

I don’t know how much easier this recipe could get. Within seconds you have Protein Balls awaiting in the freezer. Protein balls are so much fun to make and there are so many different ways to play around with this recipe… I’m pretty sure you will be seeing more protein ball recipes coming soon… VERY SOON!

Question: Where does the majority of your protein come from?

Fig Newtons bring me back to my younger years of opening up my lunch box to find a few hidden treasures underneath my carrots and celery sticks. Fortunately for me my mom was never around at school to tell me to eat my veggies before my Fig Newtons.

While I have never been fond of the squishy fig, I have always been a fan of the fig Newtons cookie, especially the fig filling. In fact, to this day I always eat my fig Newton from the inside out… never save the best for last!

The idea of creating a Skinny Fig Newtons Cookie Bar came to me one day when I was scraping the fig filling out of my cookie. Not only could I make Fig Newton Cookies but I could also whip up an extra batch of healthy fig filling to use on toast or peanut butter sandwiches! The Skinny Fig Newtons Cookie Bar recipe is so simple to make, so whether you are making the Skinny Fig Newton or the Skinny Fig Filling, you are in for a great and healthy treat that your kids will LOVE!

The Skinny Fig Newton Cookie Bar

Ingredients 

The Cookie Dough:

3/4 Cup Whole Wheat Flour

3/4 Cups All-Purpose Flour

1/4 Cup Splenda

1/2 Cup Unsweetened Applesauce

1 Egg White

2 Tsp Vanilla

1/2 Tsp Baking Powder

1/4 tsp Salt

Fig Filling:

1 Cup Dried Figs

1/2 cup Unsweetened Applesauce

1 Tsp Vanilla

1/4 tsp Cinnamon

1/8 tsp All Spice

Directions:

1.) Pre-Heat over to 375 degrees

2.) Mix together cookie dough ingredients until smooth and place in the refrigerator for 30-45 minutes

3.) Using a food processor, combine all fig filling ingredients and mix until you have a jam like consistency and set aside

4.) Spray baking pan with non-stick cooking spray

5.) Line the baking pan with approximately 3/4 Cup of refrigerated cookie dough

6.) Bake for 20 minutes

7.) Spread fig filling on top of the cooked dough

8.) Spread the remaining cookie dough to top the fig filling

9.) Bake the Skinny Fig Newton for approximately 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Skinny Fig Newtons Cookie Bar Nutrition Facts

Makes Approximately 12 Bars

Serving Size: 1 Fig Bar

Calories: 128      Fats: 0.3 g       Carbs: 28 g       Fiber: 2.3 g      Protein: 2.6 g

 Weight Watchers PointsPlus: 3 Pt

What are some ways that you would use the fig filling outside of the Skinny Fig Newton?

I woke up this morning in a summer mood. I yearned for that summer mood where you long for a nice book to read poolside and the feeling of sunbeams roasting your skin. Unfortunately for me, winter is still here and the pool is nowhere near ready for company. However, the one place that always seems to fulfill my seasonal desires is the kitchen. Flavors have a sense of bringing me into summer whether summer is ready for me or not.

Lemons are the summer of my kitchen. No matter where I am or what the weather may bring, lemons can always bring summer into my home. Lemon Poppy Seed Muffins to be exact! And today the Skinny Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin seems to suffice my desire for summer. I hope this lemon poppy seed muffin recipe will suffice yours as well!

The Skinny Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Recipe

Ingredients:

1 3/4 Cups All-Purpose Flour

1 Teaspoon Baking Powder

1/2 Teaspoon Salt

1/4 Teaspoon Baking Soda

1/2 Cup Splenda

1 Cup Lite Lemon Yogurt

2 Tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice

1/2 Cup Unsweetened Applesauce

2 Large Egg Whites

2 Tablespoon (packed) Finely Grated Lemon Peel

1 Tbsp Poppy Seeds

Directions:

1.) Preheat oven to 350 degrees

2.) Mix together lite lemon yogurt, applesauce, lemon juice, and egg whites

3.) Slowly add to mixture flour, baking powder, salt, baking soda, and splenda

4.) Fold lemon peel and poppy seeds into mixture

5.) Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray

6.) Place 1/4 cup of batter into each muffin mold

7.) Sprinkle additional splenda on top of muffin batter

8.) Bake for approximately 20-25 minutes (The tops will not brown so watch for the sides to brown)

Skinny Lemon Poppy Seed Muffin Nutrition Facts

Makes Approximately 12 Regular Size Muffins

Serving Size: 1 Muffin

Calories: 133      Fats: 0.5 g       Carbs: 26.5 g       Fiber: 0.7 g      Protein: 4.1 g

 Weight Watchers PointsPlus: 3 Pt

Blueberries aren’t just beautiful to look at, they are beautifully loaded with Vitamin C and Fiber to aid in the immune system, increase regularity, lower cholesterol, and promote iron absorption.

Throw in a little bit of bread into the mix and you have a mouth-watering blueberry muffin that is perfect for any time of the day… Breakfast or Dessert- You Choose.

Unfortunately for most bakeries and store shelves, what could be healthy blueberry muffins have been turned into sugar booms, loaded with unnecessary butter, sugar, and calories. Unfortunately all that goes straight to the hips and thighs.

For example, Starbucks’ Low-Fat Blueberry Muffin contains a whooping 450 calories, 2.5g fat, and 57g of Sugar. Don’t let the Low-Fat label deceive you! Just because blueberry muffins are low fat doesn’t mean that they are completely healthy. These muffins contain almost enough calories for a complete meal.

Have no fear, the Skinny Blueberry Muffin is here. Don’t waste all your calories and money on a store bought blueberry muffin. Not  only are the Skinny Blueberry Muffins low in calorie, but they are also low in sugar and fat! A perfect recipe, no one will even know they are healthy!

Skinny Blueberry Muffin Recipe

Ingredients:

1- 1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour

1/4 Cup Splenda White Sugar

1/2 Teaspoon Salt

2 Teaspoons Baking Powder

1/3 Cup Unsweetened Applesauce

2 Egg Whites

1/3 Cup Unsweetened Almond Milk

1 Cup Fresh Blueberries

1 Teaspoon Splenda White Sugar

Directions:

1.) Pre-Heat over to 400 degrees

2.) Mix together Flour, Splenda, Salt, and Baking Powder in a large bowl

3.) Slowly mix in applesauce, egg whites, and almond milk (DO NOT OVER MIX)

4.) Fold blueberries into mixture

5.) Spray muffin tin with non-stick cooking spray

6.) Place 1/4 cup mixture into each mold

7.) Sprinkle Splenda on top

8.) Bake blueberry muffins for approximately 20-25 minutes

Skinny Blueberry Muffin Nutrition Facts

Makes Approximately 9 Regular Size Muffins

Serving Size: 1 Muffin

Calories: 96       Fats: 0.3 g       Carbs: 20 g       Fiber: 1 g      Protein: 3 g

 Weight Watchers PointsPlus: 2 Pt