2-year old is on a protein boycott

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Permalink Reply by Kristin on November 7, 2009 at 5:38pm

I have some good "cake" recipes that are based on eggs. My favorite is a coconut cake. Any chance your two year old would eat coconut?? You could try adding any other flavors she likes (fruit, cocoa, etc). The base of the cake is 4 eggs and 1 cup of heavy cream beaten together with Splenda, then baked in a pie pan for about 50 minutes on 350 degrees.

I can hardly taste eggs.

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Permalink Reply by Mommy and the monkeys on November 7, 2009 at 8:59pm

what about protein shakes? I'm not sure if children can have them, but it may be worth a try.

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Permalink Reply by Gerri on November 7, 2009 at 9:21pm

Second the suggestion of protein shakes & you can also sneak protein powder into soups, low carb muffins & cookies made with almond meal instead of flour.

Lots of different types of protein powders. I'd avoid any with soy. Whey protein isolate powder (isolate is the best form) is available unflavored & has the most protein per scoop. I use NOWunflavored brand & it dissolves easily. Can be mixed with any flavoring for yummy shakes or smoothies. Hemp protein powder has lots of good Omega fats & a slightly nutty flavor. It makes great shakes also. I use unsweetened almond milk.

Hopefully, this is just the temporary rebellion of two year old asserting herself. The more of a big deal you make of it, the more she'll resist.

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