I have never been a big smoothie or shake person but once I hit my second trimester of pregnancy, I got tired of my morning oatmeal and searched for something better! Something filling, nutritious and easy. I gave this breakfast protein shake a try and now I am hooked! Below is the super simple recipe for my Breakfast Protein Shake!
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BREAKFAST PROTEIN SHAKE
The name of my shake is a bit misleading. I call it ‘breakfast’ because it’s perfect for my mornings but you could really make it at any time! It’s really packed with nutrients for pregnancy but I plan to continue on with this after baby because it’s so yummy and easy!
Protein Shake Ingredients
My breakfast protein shake has really simple ingredients! I use a really good, organic protein power + greens, collagen peptides, a banana, ice, coffee, milk and flaxseed for added fiber!
Finding a Good Protein Powder
I am no expert when it comes to protein powders but I knew I wanted it to have two things: great taste and lots of veggie vitamins! I tried a few different kinds but my favorite by far for taste and price value is Organ Organic Protein Powder in Chocolate Fudge. It’s packed with great nutrients and tastes great! I order mine from Thrive Market for the best price!
Click here to learn more about Thrive Market!
The Power of Collagen Peptides
I LOVE taking collagen! I did for awhile but quit. Well, when I hit the second trimester of pregnancy for baby #6 my hips and joints ached so much, I went back to taking it. WHOA. It was a game changer the later part of pregnancy! It is also amazing for hair, skin and nails too! Like the protein powder, I have tried a few kinds but recently ordered Thrive Market Grass-Fed Collagen Peptides for HALF the cost of what I’ve previously paid!
BREAKFAST PROTEIN SHAKE RECIPE
Ingredients
- 2 Scoops of Organ Organic Protein Powder (or follow the serving size on your protein powder brand of choice)
- 1 Scoop Thrive Market Grass-Fed Collagen Peptides (or follow the serving size on your collagen brand of choice)
- 1 TBSP of Ground Flax Seed (I use Thrive Market brand or this here)
- 3-4 Ice Cubes
- 1 Whole Banana
- Approx. 1 cup cold brewed coffee
- Approx. 1 cup whole milk
Add all of these ingredients into your favorite blender (mine is a Ninja similar to this one!) and enjoy!
Tips for your Protein Shake
- Play with the ingredients to get the taste you love!
- If you aren’t in the mood for a pick-me-up, skip the coffee and use 2 cups of milk
- Swap out the whole milk for almond or oat milk
- Add other fresh fruit you have on hand!
- Make coffee ahead and store it in the fridge so it’s ready each morning
- Breastfeeding? Add brewers yeast for a milk booster!
I hope you enjoy!
Looking for more pregnancy nutrition tips? Check out my post on my FAVORITE prenatal vitamins!
