Choco Nut Secret Big Boy is part of the “Secret Big Boys” series found in the “Shakes, Smoothies, Frappas, and Thin Thicks” section of the Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook, page 415. The Secret Big Boys are new takes on the Big Boy Smoothie. They are large and satisfying protein drinks that soothe digestion, moisturize your insides, and help shed stubborn pounds. The “secret” comes from the fact that you would never guess all that creamy goodness contains a full cup of okra—unless somebody spills the beans. Don’t spill the beans! Even your children will enjoy this unless they find out about the okra—and then, and only then, will they turn up their noses. Hide the okra bag, Mamas! This recipe is a single-serve recipe that makes about 1 quart.
Choco Nut Secret Big Boy (FP)
Description
Choco Nut Secret Big Boy is part of the "Secret Big Boys" series found in the "Shakes, Smoothies, Frappas, and Thin Thicks" section of the Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook, page 415. The Secret Big Boys are new takes on the Big Boy Smoothie. They are large and satisfying protein drinks that soothe digestion, moisturize your insides, and help shed stubborn pounds. The “secret” comes from the fact that you would never guess all that creamy goodness contains a full cup of okra—unless somebody spills the beans. Don’t spill the beans! Even your children will enjoy this unless they find out about the okra—and then, and only then, will they turn up their noses. Hide the okra bag, Mamas! This recipe is a single-serve recipe that makes about 1 quart.
1 Single-Serve recipe
Ingredients
Instructions
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Place all the ingredients except the ice cubes and whey in a blender and blend until very smooth. It is very important not to blend the ice and whey yet. You want all the okra completely broken down first. Add the ice and blend well again. You may have to stop the blender and stir a couple times or add the ice slowly.
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Add the whey and blend for 10 to 15 seconds more. (If you blend too long, the whey causes this smoothie to get super poofy. You might like this, but we like a balanced poof. Experiment for fun, if you want.) Taste and adjust the flavors if needed to “own it”!
Note
CONCERNING SHAKES, SMOOTHIES, FRAPPAS, AND THIN THICKS, page 407 of the Trim Healthy Mama Cookbook:
"Sweet, creamy drinks are a big part of a Trim Healthy Mama’s life. We’ve got you well covered here, with lots of different flavors and varieties, so there’s no chance of your getting bored. Instead of piling on the pounds, these thick and creamy drinks will help strip the weight off of you—woo hoo! Unless otherwise noted, they can be used as a breakfast, a snack, or even as a quick lunch for on-the-go days. If you are a Mama on a very tight budget and cannot afford the whey protein or any of the other special ingredients, try 1% cottage cheese or plain 0% Greek yogurt in your creamy drinks. Those two options cream the drinks up nicely and offer protein, which is a must for all our shakes, smoothies, and frappas. You can always add a tablespoon or two of heavy cream for more S-style indulgence. And please don’t fret about the collagen, gelatin, or lecithin, either. In most of the recipes (Thin Thicks excluded) they are optional, and if you can’t afford them, you’re still fine. Remember, you will do THM your own way, and for some that means limiting the use of special ingredients."
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Special Note for our Turtles and Allergen-free Mamas:
Those with elevated prolactin levels can omit the whey protein and use 1 to 2 scoops Integral Collagen instead. (Read the “Heads Up: Turtle Losers!” chapter in Trim Healthy Mama Plan for more about why elevated prolactin levels and whey protein are sometimes not compatible.) Allergen-free Mamas who cannot even tolerate whey protein (it is lactose free, so many do fine with it) can stick to the collagen and leave out any cottage cheese.
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