Hot Chocolate for Lunch

My kids are big protein shake drinkers.  It's their breakfast of choice and it eases my mind knowing that they are starting their day off with10+ grams of protein.  Why I haven't tried a shake myself before now?  I'm not sure.  But today I found a recipe that is going to be a keeper!!

There are a lot of protein powders on the market.  Be sure to look for ones that are low in sugar, and if you are giving it to the kiddos be sure it isn't a muscle building protein powder.  Too much protein can cause a bit of constipation in the little ones.  I try to keep the protein to 18g or less per serving with the kids.

I was hungry today and needed a quick lunch.  I am trying to limit my sugar intake (including simple carbohydrates).  So I opted for a protein shake that I could drink on the go. And since it was cold outside I decided to warm it up a bit.   It was delicious.  It was filling.  It made me feel like I was treating myself to a dessert instead of lunch.

Daphne's Hot Chocolate Protein Drink:

In a shaker cup (with mixing ball) or blender add:
1 or 2 scoops of Chocolate Flavored Protein Powder
1/4 tsp. cinnamon (helps regulate blood sugar)
1/4 tsp. nutmeg (helps with liver and kidney function, cholesterol and more!)
Heaping tsp of coconut oil (melt it first in the microwave so it is in liquid form)
pinch of sea salt

Add to your cup hot water and shake well.

Enjoy.