Three high-protein breakfast recipes — porridge, overnight oats, and a banana smoothie — each made with 30g of Brave Ancestral Protein (22g total protein, 15g complete protein from beef isolate). A protein-rich breakfast supports sustained energy, blood sugar stability, satiety, and muscle repair.

"As more people begin to understand the real benefits of protein, finding simple ways to top up our day has become essential. Protein powders can be a powerful tool for busy lives, but not all proteins are created equal. When they're made with high-quality protein, functional ingredients, and whole foods the body recognises, that's a quick, nourishing daily win we can get behind."

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— Jo Woodhurst, Director of Nutrition at Ancient + Brave

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Recipe 1: Brave Ancestral Protein Porridge

Ingredients

• 30g Brave Ancestral Protein
• 40g oats
• 250ml of your preferred milk
• Handful of chopped dates
• 3–5cm of finely grated courgette
• ½ tsp organic honey

Method

Step 1: Finely chop the dates and warm in a pan along with the milk, oats, courgette and honey.

Step 2: Reduce the heat and simmer for approximately 8 minutes, stirring your porridge consistently to achieve a smooth texture.

Step 3: Once the porridge is cooled and off the boil, add your Brave Ancestral Protein. This helps to maintain the digestion-supporting benefits of the Actazin®, which can be reduced at boiling temperatures.

"I use this warming porridge recipe to fuel the whole family through winter, stirring in colourful fruits and veggies for extra nutrients and polyphenols to keep us nourished from the inside out."

— Jo Woodhurst

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Recipe 2: Brave Ancestral Overnight Oats

Ideal for busy mornings — prep the night before and wake up ahead.

Ingredients

• 40g oats
• 25g mixed nuts (optional)
• 5g sunflower seeds
• ¼ tsp cinnamon
• 30g Brave Ancestral Protein
• ½ tsp organic honey drizzle
• 1 tbsp kefir
• 100–150ml of your preferred milk
• 1 handful of fresh or frozen raspberries

Method

Step 1: Mix all the ingredients, then pop them in a glass jar.

Step 2: Leave in the fridge overnight and top with fresh berries in the morning.

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Recipe 3: Brave Ancestral Protein Banana Smoothie

Built to keep you fuller for longer, this cacao and banana smoothie is as tasty as it is nutritious.

Ingredients

• 30g Brave Ancestral Protein
• 1 banana (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tbsp chia seeds (for fibre, vitamins and minerals)
• 1 handful of spinach (for vitamin C and collagen synthesis support)
• 250ml of your preferred milk

Method

Step 1: Soak the chia seeds for approximately 20 minutes to aid digestion.

Step 2: Once the 20 minutes are up, pop all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth.

Nutritionist tip: Not a fan of bananas? Swap for berries to create a vitamin-rich smoothie bursting with antioxidant goodness.