Description
A delicious and nutritious Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie that combines the flavors of fresh strawberries, creamy banana, and vanilla protein powder for a perfect post-workout shake or healthy snack. This smoothie mimics the taste of strawberry shortcake with the addition of crushed graham crackers or oats, making it a satisfying treat packed with protein and fiber.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen strawberries
- 1/2 banana (for creaminess)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup crushed graham crackers or oats (optional, for a “shortcake” flavor)
- Additional sliced strawberries
- Dollop of yogurt or whipped cream
- Ice cubes as needed for texture
Instructions
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Combine frozen strawberries, banana, vanilla protein powder, almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla extract, and optional honey or maple syrup in a blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture on high speed until it becomes smooth and creamy. Adjust the texture by adding a splash more milk if too thick, or ice/frozen strawberries if too thin.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the smoothie and adjust sweetness or vanilla extract as desired to suit your taste preferences.
- Serve and Garnish: Pour the smoothie into a glass and top with crushed graham crackers, a dollop of yogurt or whipped cream, or extra sliced strawberries, if preferred, to enhance the strawberry shortcake flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use a frozen banana for a thicker texture in the smoothie.
- For added nutrition, toss in a handful of spinach—flavor remains sweet and subtle.
- To make this dairy-free, substitute plain Greek yogurt with coconut yogurt and use a plant-based protein powder.
