It's that time of year where yards everywhere are beginning to be dotted with bright bursts of orange, as pumpkins start making their debut with Autumn.  October is also one of the busiest months for workout and gym fans to show a renewed interest in getting back into their fitness vibe. The events of the summer keep us all busy and it can be easy to get off track from our Crossfit or weightlifting routines. It is also that time of year where cookies, candies, and sweet treats start tempting us.  Keep your nutrition goals on track with this easy high protein recipe Pumpkin Apple Dip. 

How To Make Recipes High Protein

You can make a lot of popular recipes "high protein" by getting creative with protein powder.  You can get it at just about any grocery store in the weightlifting supplements aisle.  Experiment with different flavors or choose a unflavored protein powder for a completely undetectable addition. 

Pumpkin Apple Dip Recipe

This is a very simple recipe with only six ingredients.  

Canned Pumpkin – 3/4 Cup

Reduced Fat Cream Cheese – 3/4 Cup

Ground Cinnamon – 2 Teaspoons

Salt – 1/8 Teaspoon

Brown Sugar – 1/2 Cup

Vanilla Protein Powder – 1 Scoop

Directions:

This Pumpkin Apple Dip will have the best consistency to it if you make sure the ingredients are at room temperature before you use them.  Simply combine all the ingredients together using a hand-held blender or electric mixer.  Then just chill the dip in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes and it's ready to serve. 

You can check out more of our High Protein Recipes on the GymPaws® Gym Gloves Blog or even get yourself a pair to try out the next time you head out for your workout!

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