Slim-Fast Low-Carb Ready To Drink, Creamy Chocolate, 11-Ounce Cans in 4-Count Boxes (Pack of 6)

I liked these because the carbs are so low. I sometimes overindulge over the holidays or vacations and a low carb few weeks can get me back on track fast! However, these taste funny to me. They have an odd smell and aftertaste. I even tried freezing them. Still blech. I bought a pack of 24 of these, so I had to figure out something!

SO I tried adding a pinch of salt, about 1/2 tsp. cinnamon, and nearly a tsp. of vanilla to a can. It is actually pretty good!

First, freeze the can until solid. Open the can with a can opener from the bottom and dump it in a big measuring cup. Then smoosh it in with a blender until it is like a Frosty from Wendy's. (You may have to microwave it for a minute or two to make it soft enough to blend.) Then add the salt, vanilla, and cinnamon.

The vanilla helps mask the aftertaste, while the cinnamon helps with the smell (but doesn't add carbs.) Akins people, you could even add a little heavy cream for texture. South Beach? Maybe skim milk.

Next, I am trying some mint oil instead of vanilla/cinnamon (after I buy some!) as this seems like it would also work. Mint chocolate milkshake? that sounds good on a diet!

I eat it with a spoon. I still can't eat the whole can at a time, but it is good when you are craving something sweet (besides sugar free jello!)

I hope this recipe helps some of you who may not like the taste of these!

For reference, I'm not overweight. I'm 5'8" and 140 pounds but often find myself on-the-go and needing to keep my stomach satisfied without opting for fast food. I bought a couple boxes of these at the grocery store because I couldn't find any of the Atkin's variety. I have to say, I'm pretty disappointed. Unlike Atkin's, these shakes are much thinner and taste very "diety". I'm a diet pop drinker and go for low-carb options often, so I'm not flat out adverse to artificial sweetener. But these are just too much. And they're not filling at all! After an Atkin's shake, I feel satisfied for hours. A couple after having one of these, it's like it was no more than chocolate milk! I prefer the thicker, less artificial taste of Atkin's by a mile. I'll be finishing these as soon as possible and switching back!

Lots of protein and a rich creamy taste without all the carbs. I recommend this product!

These shakes are much better than the Adkins shakes. They have more of a chocolate flavor, and better texture.

Great lunch at work; fills you up and helps to keep you on your low-carb diet!