Collagen-Rich Thanksgiving Dishes to Support Skin, Hair, and Joint Health

We’re entering the festive holiday season, which means it’s officially time to start thinking about all your favorite dishes! Before you begin prepping the family recipes, consider giving your plate a little collagen upgrade this year!

Adding a scoop of Black Girl Vitamins’ Collagen Powder is an easy way to blend beauty and nutrition right into your Thanksgiving favorites. It’s tasteless, dissolves easily, and mixes seamlessly into both sweet and savory dishes.

Why Add Collagen This Season

Black Girl Vitamins Collagen Benefits:

• Helps firm skin and reduce fine lines over time

• Supports healthy joints and bone strength 

• Promotes deep hydration and elasticity from within

• May help maintain healthy hair and nails during colder, drier months

• Blends easily into hot or cold dishes 

So, whether you’re in charge of the mac and cheese, bringing dessert, or just taste-testing everything, you can nourish your glow while still enjoying every bite.

Collagen-Rich Baked Mac & Cheese

yellow pasta on clear glass bowl

Adapted from Kimberton Wholefoods

Ingredients:

  • 3 cups macaroni

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 1 cup milk of choice

  • 1 cup bone broth (chicken or turkey)

  • Celtic sea salt & black pepper

  • 2½ cups shredded white cheddar

  • Chives for garnish

  • BGV Collagen

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook and drain pasta.

  2. In a skillet, melt butter and whisk in 2 tbsp flour. Slowly add milk and broth; simmer 5–6 minutes until thick.

  3. Stir in salt, pepper, and 2 cups cheese until melted.

  4. Mix in 1 scoop BGV Collagen, then fold in pasta.

  5. Pour into baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake 10 minutes (broil 1–2 to brown). Garnish with chives.

Creamy Collagen Mashed Potatoes

a bowl of mashed potatoes topped with chives

Adapted From Dash of Jazz

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs russet potatoes, cubed

  • ¼ cup avocado oil

  • ½ cup milk of choice

  • 3 strips of bacon, cooked and chopped (optional)

  • Green onion & parsley for garnish

  • Salt & pepper to taste

  • BGV Collagen

Directions:

  1. Boil potatoes in salted water 10–12 minutes or until soft.

  2. Drain and mash with oil and milk.

  3. Stir in 1–2 scoops BGV Collagen, season with salt and pepper.

  4. Fold in green onions, top with bacon and parsley.

Sweet Honey Skillet Cornbread

A loaf of bread sitting on top of a wooden cutting board

Adapted From Dash of Jazz

Ingredients:

  • Cornmeal & flour (1 cup each)

  • 1 tbsp baking powder + 1 tsp baking soda

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 2 eggs

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • ½ cup honey + ¼ cup brown sugar

  • 6 tbsp butter (4 melted, 2 for skillet)

  • BGV Collagen

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F; melt 2 tbsp butter in cast iron skillet.

  2. In a bowl, combine dry ingredients. In another, whisk eggs, buttermilk, honey, brown sugar, melted butter, and 1 scoop BGV Collagen.

  3. Fold wet into dry, pour into hot skillet, and bake 20 minutes or until golden.

Southern Candied Yams

The Best Candied Yams

Adapted From Pink Owl Kitchen

Ingredients:

  • 5 medium sweet potatoes, peeled & sliced

  • ½ cup granulated sugar

  • ½ cup dark brown sugar

  • ½ cup butter

  • Cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, salt, vanilla extract

  • BGV Collagen

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and butter a baking dish.

  2. In a saucepan, melt butter with sugars and spices; stir until blended.

  3. Remove from heat, then mix in 1 scoop of BGV Collagen and stir in vanilla.

  4. Pour syrup over potatoes, toss to coat.

  5. Bake covered for 40 minutes, then uncover and continue baking for 30–40 minutes more, until tender and caramelized.

Deviled Eggs with a Collagen Boost

My Million Dollar Deviled Eggs Have a Secret Ingredient (It’s Already In Your Fridge)

Adapted From Black People’s Recipes

Ingredients:

  • 12 large eggs

  • ¼ cup mayo

  • 3 tbsp sweet relish

  • 2 tbsp diced jalapeños

  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard

  • Salt, pepper & paprika

  • BGV Collagen

Directions:

  1. Boil eggs for 7–8 minutes; cool in ice water. Peel and halve.

  2. Mash yolks with mayo, relish, jalapeños, mustard, salt, pepper, and ½ scoop BGV Collagen (optional for smooth texture).

  3. Spoon or pipe mixture into whites, sprinkle with paprika, and chill before serving.

Whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or just you, a scoop of BGV Collagen adds care, nourishment, and strength to your holidays.

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