Using coconut oil during P2 is a controversial subject. Some allow it, some don't. For me, it has been a part of my P2 protocol since my first round and I can't imagine attempting the protocol without it. Coconut oil has many benefits and can add many options to an otherwise drab P2 round. I use it for cooking as well as to make chocolate (or chocolate delight as many call it). Below is a favorite recipe of mine for a treat during P2. I eat some variation of this chocolate every single day of the VLCD and I believe it helps to keep me from cheating with other off-protocol treats. You know how good the "Thin Mint" Girl Scout cookies taste when you store them in the freezer? Well, this chocolate reminds me of that with the minty flavor and crunch.
"Thin Mint" Chocolate - Single Serving
1 Tbs. coconut oil
1 Tbs. sweetener (I prefer xylitol)
2 tsp. unsweetened cocoa
peppermint extract to taste
dash of salt
1/2 melba toast, crushed
Melt coconut oil and then mix in all other ingredients. Divide between 2 silicone cupcake liners and place in the freezer until firm. Enjoy!
If you substitute vanilla extract for the peppermint extract and leave out the melba toast, you have a generic chocolate which you can eat as is, or adjust to your liking. While in it's liquid form, it tastes great drizzled over fresh strawberries!
