Vanilla Bean Protein Shake (Printable)

Smooth vanilla and protein blend with a frosty finish and natural sweetness.

# Components:

→ Dairy & Substitutes

01 - 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
02 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
03 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

→ Flavoring

04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
05 - Seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean

→ Sweetener

06 - 1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup, honey, or agave

→ Ice

07 - 1 1/2 cups ice cubes

→ Optional Toppings

08 - Whipped cream
09 - Vanilla powder or cinnamon for garnish

# Method:

01 - Add almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, vanilla extract, vanilla bean seeds, and sweetener to a high-speed blender
02 - Add ice cubes on top of the liquid ingredients in the blender
03 - Blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth, creamy, and frothy
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or vanilla intensity as desired
05 - Pour the shake equally into two tall glasses
06 - Top each serving with whipped cream and a sprinkle of vanilla powder or cinnamon if desired, then serve immediately

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Packed with 18 grams of protein per serving to keep you satisfied
  • Creamy, frothy texture rivals your favorite coffee shop version
  • Customizable sweetness and flavor intensity to match your preferences
  • Vegetarian and gluten-free friendly with simple substitution options
02 -
  • Use frozen yogurt or pre-frozen almond milk ice cubes for an ultra-thick shake without dilution
  • Scrape vanilla bean seeds with the back of a knife for maximum flavor extraction
  • Blend in stages: liquids and powders first, then ice, for the smoothest result
  • Chill your serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes before pouring to keep the shake colder longer
  • Double the recipe and freeze half in popsicle molds for protein-packed frozen treats
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