Salted Caramel Protein Smoothie
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5
Salted Caramel Protein Smoothie
Description
The Salted Caramel Protein Smoothie mixes vegan protein powder with hemp and coconut milk, almond butter, and a date to create a textured, nutrient-rich shake. The addition of a whipped caramel sauce made from almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt introduces a distinct salted caramel flavor that's drizzled inside the glass and over the smoothie for layered taste and presentation. The smoothie is blended with ice cubes for coolness and some thickness, though it is described as more textured than creamy. Optionally topping with coconut whipped cream adds a smooth, airy finish.
The flavor profile balances the natural sweetness and richness of almond butter and maple syrup with a hint of salt to offset sweetness, making this smoothie suitable for those seeking protein with dessert-like appeal. It works well as a refreshing snack or post-exercise replenishment.
For the caramel sauce, using fresh, runny almond butter at room temperature ensures smooth mixing and drizzling consistency. Refrigeration firms the sauce, so it should be used promptly or gently warmed before use. Whey protein can replace vegan powder but may thin the texture slightly. The sauce should drizzle off a spoon rather than be piped for best results.
Ingredients
- 7 ice cubes
- ⅓ cup protein powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅛ cup coconut milk
- 1 cup hemp milk
- 1 tbs almond butter
- 1 date
- caramel sauce healthy
- 2 tbs almond butter
- 2 tbs maple syrup
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Combine the smoothie ingredients and blend until smooth.
- Whisk the caramel sauce with a fork.
- Drizzle some caramel into the glasses with a spoon.
- Pour in the shake.
- Top with coconut whipped cream (if using) and more drizzled caramel.
Notes
- Use fresh, room-temperature almond butter for smooth and runny caramel sauce.
- Blend the smoothie ingredients until smooth; expect a textured, not creamy, consistency.
- Drizzle caramel sauce by spoon onto glasses before pouring smoothie for visual effect.
- Refrigerate caramel sauce cautiously as it hardens and may need gentle reheating.
- Substitute whey protein powder if desired, but expect a slightly thinner texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 356 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 356kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Sodium | 839mg | 35% |
| Potassium | 342mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 246IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 270mg | 27% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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