Eggnog Recovery Smoothie (#SafeNog)
Eggnog smooothie perfect for recovery after exercise providing high quality protein to preserve lean muscle mass and stimulate new muscle growth, and also providing carbohydrates necesary to get ready for tomorrow’s workout.
- Yield: 2 smoothies 1x
Ingredients
- 2 Medjool dates
- 2 whole Safest Choice Pasteurized Egg, separated
- 1 cup 2% milk
- 1 cup low fat Greek yogurt
- 1/8 teaspoon of good quality salt such as Himalayan salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4–6 ice cubes
Instructions
1. Place dates into a small bowl and cover with water for about 10 minutes to soften. Once soft, slice dates in half lengthwise and remove pits. Chop coarsely.
2. Add dates along with egg yolks, milk, Greek yogurt, salt, cinnamon, and ice to a blender and process until smooth. This is the eggnog base.
3. Beat egg whites till stiff peaks form.
4. Pour eggnog base into two glasses or mugs. Gently fold in egg whites. Garnish with additional cinnamon. Serve immediately.