One question I am often asked by athletes is where and how do treats fit into a fueling plan. It is perfectly okay to indulge in that creamy ice cream or decadent chocolate dessert 1-2 times per week as part of a well-done fueling plan. However, aim to work in one of these tasty treats as a more frequent choice to fill that sweet craving (can you say nighttime snack!?!). Here are 5 tasty recipes to check out this summer...and maybe carry into the fall, too.
Chocolate Peanut Butter "Ice Cream" - makes 2 servings
Ingredients
2 medium bananas, frozen
1.5 Tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
1.5 Tbsp natural peanut butter
2 Tbsp milk (cow’s, soy or almond milk)
Combine all ingredients in food processor or blender.
Eat immediately.
Optional: add 1 scoop of pure protein powder to increase the protein content.
