How to Make a Protein Shake

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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    5 mins

  • Servings

    1

  • Calories

    237 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Make a Protein Shake

Protein shake 101! Everything you need to know about making a protein shake, the difference between shakes and smoothies, why protein shakes are good for weight loss and six protein shake flavors.

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Ingredients

Servings

Vanilla Protein Shake

  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 1 coop (25g) vanilla protein powder
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract or scraped vanilla bean
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed optional
  • Handful of ice

Coffee Protein Shake

  • 1/2 cup cold brew
  • 1/2 cup non-dairy milk I like oat or coconut milk for extra creaminess
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • ¼ cup frozen cauliflower rice or ice
  • 1 coop (25g) vanilla protein powder (or chocolate protein powder)
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 Tablespoon almond butter

Banana Protein Shake

  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 1 coop (25g) vanilla protein powder
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt or more milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed optional

Chocolate Protein Shake

  • 1 coop (25g) chocolate protein powder
  • 1/2 Tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/2 Tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed, optional
  • Handful of ice
  • coconut whipped cream, for topping (optional)

Vegan Berry Protein Shake

  • 1 coop (25 g) vanilla protein powder
  • 1 cup frozen mixed berries
  • handful of spinach optional
  • 1 cup non-dairy milk
  • 1 Tablespoon cashew or almond butter
  • 1/2 T chia seeds or flaxseed optional
  • ice, if necessary

Peanut Butter Protein Shake

  • 1 coop (25g) vanilla protein powder
  • 2 Tablespoons peanut butter or peanut butter powder + more for drizzling
  • 1 frozen banana in chunks
  • 3/4 cup almond milk
  • Handful of ice if necessary
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Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients except any toppings to a blender.
  2. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust ice or ingredients if needed. Add toppings (if using) and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1vanilla protein shake Calories 237kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 31g (10%) Protein 23g (46%) Fat 4g (6%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Sodium 496mg (21%) Potassium 575mg (16%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 15g (30%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 237 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1vanilla protein shake
Calories 237kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 31g 10%
Protein 23g 46%
Fat 4g 6%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 496mg 21%
Potassium 575mg 12%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 15g 30%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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