Spooky season might be coming to a close, but there are still sweet treats everywhere you turn. As an athlete, Halloween candy isn't the healthiest option when training or competing…but what if there was a way to turn leftover Halloween candy into an after-workout boost? Luckily, if you have any chocolate candy on hand, you can easily turn it into a post-workout protein shake! This recipe is simple, convenient, quick, and perfect for athletes who want a sweet treat with a protein boost. Try it for a snack that's all treats and no tricks!
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Ingredients:
1 cup of milk of choice
½ cup of greek yogurt
1 scoop of vanilla protein powder
3 pieces of chocolate Halloween candy
Ice as needed
Directions:
- Add milk, greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, and Halloween candy into a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- If the shake is too thick add more milk as needed.
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* Originally published on October 31, 2022, by Sydney DeNardo
