Strawberry Shortcake Protein Smoothie (Print Version)

Creamy blend of strawberries, banana, and protein delivering a refreshing, energizing boost.

# Ingredient List:

→ Fruit

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

→ Dairy and Alternatives

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

→ Protein

05 - 1 scoop vanilla protein powder, approximately 1 ounce

→ Sweetener and Flavoring

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

→ Ice

09 - 1/2 cup ice cubes, optional

# How-To Steps:

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

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 5 minutes with zero cooking required
  • Delivers 20 grams of protein per serving for sustained energy
  • Tastes like dessert but packed with wholesome ingredients
  • Customizable for vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free diets
  • Perfect for breakfast, post-workout recovery, or a healthy snack
02 -
  • Frozen strawberries create a thicker, colder smoothie without needing extra ice
  • Add graham cracker crumbs or almond extract for authentic shortcake flavor
  • Blend in stages: liquids first, then solids, for the smoothest texture
  • Always check protein powder and ingredient labels for hidden allergens
  • Prep ingredients the night before for an even faster morning routine
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