Realistically, any food can help you gain weight. However, here are 10 foods that could contribute to your calorie surplus, which are easy to digest, don't fill you up too much, are high in calories and, more importantly, enjoyable.
Adding peanut butter to your smoothies is a great way to increase their calorie content. Here is the perfect smoothie recipe to add to your muscle gain meal plan: 2 small bananas or 1 large 1 cup milk,1 tbsp peanut butter,1 scoop protein powder. Blend all ingredients and add ice
Melt the peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil together and stir. Remove from the heat and mix in the oats, protein powder, salt and then the chocolate chips. Press the mixture evenly into a greased pan and refrigerate for 1 hour.
Eggs are high in protein and fats that'll help bolster your muscle-building meal plan. Opt for omelettes with cheese to further up your protein and calorie intake.
Salmon contains unsaturated fats that'll benefit your health as well as your calorie surplus. Combining it with rice or pasta is the perfect post-workout meal to suit your weight gain goals.
Rice is a staple in many a meal prep box and for good reason. It is less filling than potatoes, something important when you're trying to increase calorie intake and can be combined easily with protein for a balanced meal.
Pasta, especially the white variety, is calorie dense and high in carbohydrates which will help fuel you through your workouts. Pair with a protein source such as chicken or salmon for an easy evening meal.