Homemade Protein Powder (Basic Whey or Plant-Based Blend)

Name: Homemade Protein Powder (Basic Whey or Plant-Based Blend)
Cuisine: From Scratch
Ingredients: 1 kg (base) Whey protein isolate (unflavored) OR pea protein isolate; 100–150 g Optional flavor: cocoa powder (unsweetened); 20–40 g Optional sweetener: stevia powder or monk fruit; 5–10 g Optional thickener: xanthan gum or guar gum; 5 g Optional: sea salt

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Homemade Protein Powder (Basic Whey or Plant-Based Blend)

Nutrition (per serving)

120Calories

24 gProtein

4 gCarbs

2 gFat

2 gSugar

100 mgSalt

Ingredients

1 kg (base) Whey protein isolate (unflavored) OR pea protein isolate
100–150 g Optional flavor: cocoa powder (unsweetened)
20–40 g Optional sweetener: stevia powder or monk fruit
5–10 g Optional thickener: xanthan gum or guar gum
5 g Optional: sea salt

Method

Choose base: whey isolate for dairy version (fast-digesting) or pea/rice/soy blend for vegan (complete amino profile).
In large airtight container or blender pitcher, add protein powder base.
Add cocoa (for chocolate) or leave plain → add sweetener to taste → add xanthan/guar gum (helps texture in shakes) → add tiny pinch salt.
Seal container → shake vigorously 1–2 minutes OR pulse in blender in batches until completely uniform.
Taste test: mix 30 g powder with 250 ml water/milk → adjust flavor/sweetness by adding more cocoa/stevia and re-blending.
Store in cool, dry, airtight container up to 6–12 months (away from moisture).
Use 25–35 g per shake with water, milk, or in recipes — homemade protein powder (cost ≈30–50% less than commercial).
Note: buy high-quality unflavored isolate in bulk for best results.