Outcast Upcycled Nutrition– yet another answer in response to where vegans get their protein!

Outcast is one of the first manufacturers of upcycled food- food that would have otherwise gone to waste due to size, appearance, or other nominal factors. Their protein powders are made of upcycled food that has been refined into a powder that can be used in shakes, baking, and no-bake treats! Outcast’s gluten-free and plant-based protein uses significantly less water to produce than animal-based protein powders (400% less water used compared to whey protein according to their website) and is loaded with added nutrients. Each serving includes 20g of protein, 6 servings of fruits and vegetables, plus added vitamins, probiotics, and digestive enzymes. “A conscious choice tastes better”, and Outcast’s mission is here to prove just that.

I tried my Outcast Upcycled Protein Powders in both shake and cake form so I could give you my best review. Both powders are impressively flavorful, and not chalky like many other protein powders I have tried. The Chocolate Smoothie Protein Powder is decadent and reminiscent of a fudge brownie, while the Vanilla Smoothie Protein Powder tastes like a sweet milkshake. I enjoy shakes, but they are not always something I am in the mood for. Protein powder mug cakes, however, I can always make room to devour! I created a standard base for vegan protein powder mug cakes, that can easily be modified to include different flavored powders and mix-ins. See the easy recipes at the end of this blog, as well as the full ingredient list for both protein powders.

There are several flavors of Outcast Upcycled Smoothie Powders, including a Super Greens variety. I like the Vanilla and Chocolate protein flavors, but think I would like to try the Lemon Meringue Pie flavor next! That would be tasty in a mug cake mixed with blueberries, I bet! You can now find Outcast Upcycled Nutrition at your neighborhood Sprouts store! If you aren’t local though, visit OutcastFoods.com where you can use their store locator or purchase directly from their website.

How would you use Outcast’s Upcycled Smoothie Protein Powder?

See below for recipes and ingredients.

Chocolate Mug Cake:

Ingredients:

• 2Tbs Outcast Upcycled Chocolate Smoothie Protein Powder
• 2Tbs Flour
• 2Tbs Sugar
• 1/2tsp Baking Powder
• 1Tbs Vegan Chocolate Chips
• 1/3C Plant Milk

Directions:

1. Oil mug or ramekin.
2. Combine ingredients in a bowl (or the mug) and mix.
3. Pour into mug. Bake in the microwave* for 1 minute.
4. Check if done using a toothpick inserted into the center. If not, bake for 10-30 more seconds.
5. Cool and enjoy!

*If you are anti-microwave, you can bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes!

Birthday Mug Cake:

Ingredients:

• 2Tbs Outcast Upcycled Vanilla Smoothie Protein Powder
• 2Tbs Flour
• 2Tbs Sugar
• 1/2tsp Baking Powder
• 1Tbs Vegan Sprinkles
• 1/3C Plant Milk

Directions:

1. Oil mug or ramekin.
2. Combine ingredients in a bowl (or the mug) and mix.
3. Pour into mug. Bake in the microwave* for 1 minute.
4. Check if done using a toothpick inserted into the center. If not, bake for 10-30 more seconds.
5. Cool and enjoy!

*If you are anti-microwave, you can bake in the oven at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes!

Chocolate Smoothie Protein Powder Ingredients: Plant Blend (pea protein, rice protein, pumpkin protein), natural flavours, Organic Fruit & Vegetable Blend [beet, raspberry, cranberry, strawberry, carrot, blueberry, pomegranate, acai (Euterpe oleracea), blackberry, black currant, cherry, acerola, bilberry, banana, apple, pineapple, orange peel, mango, papaya, peach, pear, tomato, lemon peel], Vitamin & Mineral Blend [sodium chloride, ascorbic acid, retinyl palmitate, D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, phylloquinone, vegan cholecalciferol (VitaShine®), pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, sodium selenite, riboflavin, chromium picolinate, cyanocobalamin, thiamin hydrochloride], guar gum, sunflower lecithin, high purity steviol, glycosides, Fat Blend (coconut oil powder, borage seed oil powder, flaxseed powder, sunflower oil powder), beet (for colour), silica, Digestive Enzyme Blend (papin, acid stable protease, lipase, fungal amylase, amyloglucosidase, cellulase, hemicellulase, fungal lactase) Probiotic Blend (450 million CFU) (Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei). 

Vanilla Smoothie Protein Powder Ingredients: Plant Blend (pea protein, rice protein, pumpkin protein), natural flavours, Organic Fruit & Vegetable Blend [beet, raspberry, cranberry, strawberry, carrot, blueberry, pomegranate, acai (Euterpe oleracea), blackberry, black currant, cherry, acerola, bilberry, banana, apple, pineapple, orange peel, mango, papaya, peach, pear, tomato, lemon peel],  Vitamin & Mineral Blend [sodium chloride, ascorbic acid, retinyl palmitate, D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, phylloquinone, vegan cholecalciferol (VitaShine®), pyridoxine hydrochloride, folic acid, sodium selenite, riboflavin, chromium picolinate, cyanocobalamin, thiamin hydrochloride], guar gum, sunflower lecithin, high purity steviol, glycosides, Fat Blend (coconut oil powder, borage seed oil powder, flaxseed powder, sunflower oil powder), beet (for colour), silica, Digestive Enzyme Blend (papin, acid stable protease, lipase, fungal amylase, amyloglucosidase, cellulase, hemicellulase, fungal lactase) Probiotic Blend (450 million CFU) (Lactobacillus rhamnosus, Bifidobacterium bifidum, Bifidobacterium longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus casei). 

Outcast Foods.com

Sprouts Location: 1700 McHenry Ave, Modesto, CA 95350 

Outcast Foods Chocolate Smoothie Protein Powder

Outcast Foods Vanilla Smoothie Protein Powder