Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie (Print Version)

A creamy blend of strawberries, banana, and protein powder for a nutritious and delicious beverage.

# Components:

→ Fruit

01 - 1 cup fresh or frozen strawberries, hulled
02 - 1 small ripe banana

→ Dairy and Alternatives

03 - 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
04 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt

→ Protein

05 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

→ Sweeteners and Flavorings

06 - 1 tablespoon rolled oats
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Ice

09 - 1/2 cup ice cubes

# Directions:

01 - Place strawberries, banana, almond milk, Greek yogurt, and protein powder into blender.
02 - Add rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and ice cubes to blender.
03 - Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness or thickness by adding additional honey, maple syrup, or milk as desired.
05 - Pour into two glasses and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required
  • Delivers 20 grams of protein per serving for sustained energy
  • Captures the classic strawberry shortcake flavor in a healthy format
  • Vegetarian and easily adaptable to vegan and gluten-free diets
  • Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or post-workout recovery
  • Uses simple, wholesome ingredients you likely have on hand
02 -
  • Always double-check protein powder and other packaged ingredients for allergen information
  • Frozen strawberries create a thicker, colder smoothie while fresh strawberries work equally well
  • Blend immediately after adding ice to prevent watering down the smoothie
  • Use a high-powered blender for the smoothest, creamiest texture
  • Store any leftover smoothie in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours, but shake well before drinking
  • For gluten-free diets, ensure your oats and protein powder are certified gluten-free
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