Wondering what you should be munching on as you enter the last several minutes of your feasting period? In this post, So What IF? with Jen will share the 5 best recipes to end your intermittent fasting eating window with. These healthy, easy-to-make, recipes will give you the delicious motivation you need to easily power through until your next eating window!
Intermittent fasting offers a ton of weight loss and health benefits, however, there are definitely some tricks to making the most of your fasting journey. One of those very important intermittent fasting hacks has to do with consuming the right kind of foods at the very end of your eating period, before you begin your next fasting period.
What are the Best Foods to Eat at the End of My Eating Window?
When it comes to losing weight with an intermittent fasting diet, choosing the right foods for this eating plan is key! And, whether your daily intermittent fasting schedule is an 8-hour window or a 4-hour window, it’s important to focus on recipes that include nutrient-dense foods like lean proteins and healthy fats.
Including whole foods filled with protein and healthy fats will make your digestive system happy. They’ll also keep you full for longer while providing increased energy levels and balanced blood sugar levels. These foods will not only help you fast easier and longer into the next day, but they can make all the difference in the world when it comes to your overall health and intermittent fasting weight loss success.
Let’s dive in and discover 5 easy and satisfying recipes packed with plenty of protein and healthy fats to end your intermittent fasting eating window with. These healthy recipes will not only fill you up, but they’ll help you easily power through your next fasting window.
Keto Coconut Oil FAT BOMB
I had to list this fat bomb recipe FIRST because it truly is JUST THAT AWESOME. This recipe was undoubtedly instrumental in helping me to lose 46 pound in 4 months with intermittent fasting.
I closed me eating window almost every single day with 2-3 of these deliciously filling fat bombs. They make for the perfect after dinner treat. You can learn more about how awesome they are RIGHT HERE.
Watch exactly how to make this Fat Bomb Recipe RIGHT HERE.
Strawberry-Rhubarb Protein Shake
Protein shakes and smoothies can be a really good option for one’s first meal of the day. They can also be the perfect last meal option for those following an intermittent fasting eating pattern if they’re made with nutritious ingredients like green tea, raw fruits, and leafy greens.
This Strawberry Rhubarb Protein smoothie is an excellent choice for those looking to satisfy their sweet tooth with fewer calories while wrapping up their healthy diet for the day. It’s packed with delicious, high-quality, vanilla protein powder (I prefer Quest) and plenty of healthy fats from the Greek Yogurt and the Coconut Oil.
My favorite way to enjoy this weight loss smoothie is in a fun and fancy margarita glass. It’s a really cool little trick, especially if you’re trying to cut back on the alcohol during your intermittent fasting journey. Just put this healthy, non-alcoholic smoothie, into a fancy margarita glass, and ENJOY on the deck or by the pool. Give it a try. You’re gonna love it.
You can watch exactly HOW TO MAKE this awesome smoothie recipe RIGHT HERE.
Mason Jar Protein Ice Cream
I must say that this protein powder recipe is nothing short of amazing. It is my husband’s very favorite healthy dessert that I make for him. We both enjoy closing our eating window for the day with this creamy treat that’s so easy to make.
BLT + SA Chaffle Sandwich
If you’re looking for something a bit less sweet to close your eating window with – THIS IS IT. This hearty BLT + SA (Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato + Swiss & Avocado) Chaffle Sandwich is the perfect pick. I can comfortably fast for several hours after closing out my feasting window with one of these. This chaffle sandwich can be made in so many fun and different ways just by adding in and swapping various healthy ingredients. YUM!
Cottage Cheese Scrambled Eggs
And this, SUUUUUUUUUUPER easy window closing, high-quality protein recipe might be the absolute best recipe yet.
Have you ever combined eggs with cottage cheese? If not, you are seriously missing out! It’s such a great way to combine two complete proteins into one incredibly healthy and delicious protein packed meal.
First, eggs are an EGG-cellent intermittent fasting food and an absolute MUST when it comes to a balanced diet. When we’re fasting, eating eggs can keep us feeling full, they’re a great energy source and they are pretty awesome for fat loss too.
Next, cottage cheese is not only considered a superstar complete protein food, but it is also one of the 6 best cheeses for weight loss and weight management. The protein quality of cottage cheese is pretty incredible too. The slow-digesting casein protein found in cottage cheese provides a steady supply of amino acids to the body. Therefore, when we consume adequate amounts, it has the potential to help preserve muscle mass and stimulate muscle growth during the fasting state.
*IMPORTANT RECIPE TIP – Scramble your eggs like normal first, with a little grass-fed butter. Then, remove them from the heat, wait a few minutes, and finally add in a big scoop of cottage cheese. Waiting to add the cottage cheese in after removing from the heat makes them much more creamy and fluffy.
5 Easy Recipes to End Your Intermittent Fasting Eating Window
The Final Bite
There you have it, my fasting friends – no more hangry meltdowns halfway through your fasting window. These 5 tasty recipes will make your tummy say “thank you” for several hours into your next fast. These mini-meals and snacks are the perfect way to refuel your body and reap the full benefits of fasting. Bon Appetit!
Want to learn more about the exact intermittent fasting meal plan and daily schedule I used to lose 46 pounds in 4 months? You can – RIGHT HERE!
And hey, if you like these 5 recipes, I have 48 more in my ebook: 53 Intermittent Fasting Weight Loss Recipes. These are the exact recipes I used to lose 46 pounds in 4 months with intermittent fasting.
Thanks for reading and for choosing to spend a few minutes of your day with me.
