Protein is an essential macronutrient that supports muscle health, blood sugar balance, immune function, and overall wellness. At STAT Wellness, we encourage our clients to consume the majority of their protein from whole food sources. That being said, we recognize that life gets busy, and consistently meeting a high protein goals isn’t always easy. A high-quality protein powder can be a convenient way to help bridge the gap and support daily protein intake without replacing a whole-foods diet.
When choosing a protein powder, we look for products made with clean, minimally processed ingredients, free of artificial sweeteners, gums, fillers, and unnecessary additives. Equip Protein is one of our favorite and most recommended protein powders because it uses high-quality ingredients and is sourced from grass-fed beef protein isolate. Grass-fed beef isolate is a complete protein source, meaning it contains all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot make on its own. It’s also a great dairy-free alternative to whey protein. We find that most of our clients tolerate it well and love the texture and taste.
In addition to the protein, we love Equip’s organic, mold-free coffee and collagen peptides. Their coffee is carefully tested for purity and quality, while the collagen mixes easily into coffee, smoothies, or yogurt to support healthy skin, joints, hair, nails, and connective tissue.
We’re so excited that Equip is now available at all STAT Wellness locations. Our nutritionists/dietitians have put together a roundup of simple, delicious recipes featuring their favorite ways to use Equip products. We hope you enjoy!
1. Cookies and Cream Smoothie
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop Equip Cookies & Cream Protein Powder
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- ½ cup frozen blueberries
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 tablespoon ground flaxseed
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½–1 cup ice (optional, for a thicker smoothie
Instructions:
- Add the almond milk to the blender first.
- Add the protein powder, blueberries, spinach, ground flaxseed, almond butter, cinnamon, and ice.
- Blend for 45–60 seconds until smooth.
- If it’s too thick, add a splash of almond milk and blend again.
2. Banana Bread Protein Balls
Ingredients:
- 1 overripe banana mashed
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup flour of choice (I used chickpea flour! But you could also use almond or oat flour)
- 1-2 scoops vanilla Equip protein powder
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Dash of salt
- Optional toppings:Dark chocolate chips, Coconut oil, Flaky sea salt
Instructions:
- Combine ingredients in a mixing bowl until dough forms.
- Place in fridge for 10-15 minutes to harden. This makes it easier to form balls.
- Scoop about 2 tbs of dough and roll into balls with your hands.
- Place in freezer for 10-15 minutes while you make chocolate topping.
- Microwave chocolate and oil in 10 sec increments until melted.
- Drizzle over protein balls and sprinkle with sea salt. Store in freezer in an air tight container.
3. Protein Oats
Ingredients:
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla or chocolate Equip protein powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
- ½ cup berries + 1/2 small banana
- 1 teaspoon almond butter
Instructions:
- Combine the oats and milk in a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl.
- Cook until the oats are soft:
- Stovetop: 5–7 minutes over medium heat.
- Microwave: 2–3 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Let the oatmeal cool for about 1–2 minutes. This helps prevent the protein powder from clumping.
- Stir in 1 scoop of protein powder. If it’s too thick, add a splash of milk until you reach your preferred consistency. Top with your choice of fruit, cinnamon, chia seeds, or a drizzle of peanut butter
4. Collagen coffee
Ingredients:
- 1 cup freshly brewed Equip coffee or espresso
- 1 scoop Equip Collagen
- ¼–½ cup milk of choice (dairy or unsweetened almond milk)
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup or your preferred sweetener
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon
Instructions:
- Brew 1 cup of Equip Coffee
- Warm and froth the milk if you’d like a latte-style drink.
- Add the hot coffee, 1 scoop of Equip Collagen, vanilla, cinnamon, and sweetener (if using) to a blender, or use a handheld milk frother to mix until the collagen is fully dissolved.
- Pour into a mug and top with the frothed milk
5. Protein pancakes
Ingredients:
- ½ small banana
- 1 large egg
- ⅓ cup rolled oats
- 1 scoop Equip Protein Powder flavor of choice
- 1 heaping tablespoon cottage cheese
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1–2 tablespoons water (as needed to blend)
- Optional: ½ teaspoon baking powder for fluffier pancakes
Instructions:
- Add the banana, egg, oats, protein powder, cottage cheese, cinnamon, and water to a blender.
- Blend until smooth, about 20–30 seconds. If the batter is very thick, add another splash of water.
- Let the batter rest for 2–3 minutes so the oats can absorb some liquid.
- Heat a lightly greased nonstick skillet over medium-low heat.
- Pour about 2–3 tablespoons of batter per pancake.
- Cook for 2–3 minutes, until bubbles form and the edges begin to set. Flip and cook for another 1–2 minutes until golden and cooked through. Add toppings of choice
6. Collagen Yogurt Bowl
Ingredients:
- 1 cup plain organic, unsweetened Greek yogurt
- 1 scoop Equip collagen
- ½ cup mixed berries + half of a kiwi
- ¼ cup granola of choice
Instructions:
- Add the Greek yogurt and 1 scoop of Equip Collagen to a bowl and stir until smooth.
- Top with the mixed berries and sugar-free granola.
- Sprinkle with cinnamon, if desired, and enjoy!
Be sure to check out all of our Equip protein offerings at all STAT Wellness locations!
