Vanilla Bean Protein Shake (Printable)

A creamy vanilla shake with Greek yogurt and protein for a refreshing, nutritious boost anytime.

# Components:

→ Dairy & Protein

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

→ Flavorings & Sweeteners

04 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, optional
05 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
06 - Seeds from 1/2 vanilla bean, optional

→ Other

07 - 1 1/2 cups ice cubes
08 - Whipped cream for topping, optional

# Method:

01 - Add almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and vanilla bean seeds to blender.
02 - Add ice cubes to the blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, approximately 30 to 45 seconds.
04 - Taste the shake and adjust sweetness to preference.
05 - Pour into two tall glasses, top with whipped cream if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It actually tastes like a treat: This doesn't have that metallic protein powder aftertaste that makes you cringe with every sip.
  • Ready in five minutes: Faster than waiting in line at a café, and you know exactly what's in it.
  • Keeps you satisfied for hours: The Greek yogurt and protein combination means you won't be hunting for snacks by mid-morning.
02 -
  • Don't skimp on blending time: Thirty seconds feels short, but it's genuinely the difference between creamy and icy, and patience here pays off.
  • Greek yogurt thickness matters: I once used a runny yogurt and the whole thing came out too thin, so make sure you're using the thick, strained kind.
03 -
  • Use the coldest almond milk you have: Store it in the back of the fridge so it starts cold, which means you need less ice and get a creamier texture.
  • Vanilla extract strength varies wildly: If your first batch tastes vanilla-forward, you found your perfect brand, so stick with it.
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