Cookies & Cream Protein Smoothie
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5
Cookies & Cream Protein Smoothie
Description
The Cookies & Cream Protein Smoothie starts by blending vegan protein powder with banana, sliced zucchini, coconut milk, dairy-free milk, vanilla extract, a date for sweetness, mini chocolate chips, and ice cubes to achieve a creamy and smooth texture. The zucchini adds moisture and mild nutrition without overpowering flavors.
After blending, the smoothie is divided into servings and topped with optional coconut whipped cream and crumbled chocolate chip cookies to add texture and enhance the cookies-and-cream flavor profile. The combination offers protein and sweetness with a pleasant chocolate crunch.
This smoothie works well as a protein-rich snack or breakfast option. Using ripe bananas adds natural sweetness, while the date boosts it further. The optional whipped cream topping can add creaminess and a dessert-like finish.
Notes mention that using whey protein powder will thin the shake slightly, and various non-dairy milks can be substituted. Chocolate protein powder is an optional variation to enhance chocolate flavor. Frozen bananas will yield a creamier texture than fresh. The chosen cookie for topping can vary based on preference.
Ingredients
- ½ cup vegan protein powder 1.5 scoops
- 1 banana
- ½ zucchini sliced
- 2 tbs mini chocolate chips
- ¼ cup coconut milk canned
- 6 ice cubes
- ¾ cup dairy-free milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 date
- 1 chocolate chip cookie or cookies or choice
Instructions
- In a high-powered blender add in all the ingredients except the cookie.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Divide the smoothie into two glasses.
- Top with coconut whipped cream (optional) and crumbled cookies.
Notes
- Whey protein powder will make the smoothie thinner compared to vegan protein powder.
- Any non-dairy milk such as almond or hemp milk can be used as a substitute for coconut milk or dairy-free milk.
- Using chocolate protein powder is a way to add extra chocolate flavor.
- Frozen bananas provide a creamier texture, but very ripe fresh bananas also work well.
- Top the smoothie with your preferred cookie; homemade crumble cookies work nicely.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 373 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 373kcal | 19% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 3mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 355mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 562mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 24g | 48% |
| Vitamin A | 518IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 21mg | 23% |
| Calcium | 176mg | 18% |
| Iron | 7mg | 39% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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